Description
Donkey Balls are a delightful no-bake treat featuring creamy peanut butter and semi-sweet chocolate. These rich, sweet, and crunchy candy balls are perfect for holidays, gifting, or satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 tsp salt
Coating
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients form a smooth, uniform mixture.
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually stir in the powdered sugar, crushed graham crackers, and salt. Continue mixing until a thick dough forms that holds together well.
- Shape the balls: Roll the dough mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands. Place each ball onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chill the balls: Refrigerate the shaped balls for at least 30 minutes to firm them up, making them easier to dip in chocolate.
- Melt the chocolate: While the balls chill, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional coconut oil or vegetable shortening in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave. Stir frequently until the chocolate is completely smooth and glossy.
- Dip and coat: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Let the excess chocolate drip back into the bowl.
- Set the coating: Return the coated balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for another 15–20 minutes or until the chocolate coating is firm and set.
Notes
- For added texture and crunch, consider mixing crushed pretzels or chopped peanuts into the filling before rolling.
- Store the finished Donkey Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- These treats make wonderful homemade holiday gifts or party snacks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg
