Description
These delightful no-bake peanut butter hearts are a creamy, sweet treat enrobed in a crisp chocolate shell. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter (processed, e.g., Jif or Skippy)
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan)
- 2–2.5 cups (240-300g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12–16 oz (340-450g) chocolate chips or melting wafers (semi-sweet, milk, or dark)
- Optional: Sea salt, sprinkles, or chopped peanuts for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, softened butter (or coconut oil), 2 cups of powdered sugar, and vanilla. Mix until a thick, uniform dough forms. Add more powdered sugar if too sticky.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll 1-inch portions of dough into balls, then shape into hearts (or other shapes). Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Chill the shaped hearts in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or freezer for 15-20 minutes until firm.
- Melt chocolate using a double boiler or in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled heart into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place back on the parchment paper. Sprinkle with optional toppings immediately.
- Return the dipped hearts to the refrigerator for another 15-30 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely set.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins