Irresistibly creamy, melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter centers dipped in smooth chocolate—your new favorite no-bake treat.
There are some desserts that never fail to impress, no matter how simple they are. Chocolate-covered peanut butter truffles belong in that category: loved by kids, adored by adults, and unbelievably easy to prepare. Whether you’re getting ready for the holidays, stocking your freezer with quick treats, or planning a dessert gift box, these truffles shine every single time.
Soft, creamy, slightly salty, coated in rich chocolate, and packed with nostalgic comfort—these truffles are the perfect combination of simplicity and indulgence. And the best part? You can make a batch in under 30 minutes, with no baking required, using ingredients you most likely already have in your pantry.
This recipe yields truffles with a firm yet creamy peanut butter center—never grainy, never dry—wrapped in a glossy shell of melted chocolate. They look beautiful on a dessert platter, but they disappear so fast that you may want to double the batch.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No baking required
A perfect treat when you want something delicious without turning on the oven.
✔ Only a handful of ingredients
Peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, a touch of vanilla, and chocolate. That’s it!
✔ Beginner-friendly
If you can stir and dip, you can make these truffles.
✔ Customizable
Add mix-ins, crunchy coatings, drizzle patterns, or flavored centers.
✔ Perfect for parties and gifting
They hold shape beautifully, pack well, freeze well, and taste even better the next day.
📝 Ingredients
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
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1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter (not natural-style; Jif or Skippy works best)
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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3 cups powdered sugar, sifted for smooth texture
For the Chocolate Coating:
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
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1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, but gives a smoother finish and helps the chocolate set)
Optional Add-Ins / Variations:
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Pinch of sea salt for a salted-peanut-butter finish
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½ cup crushed graham crackers for added texture
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½ teaspoon almond or maple extract for deeper flavor
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Chopped peanuts for crunch
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White chocolate drizzle for decoration
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