Peanut Butter Ball

Table of Contents

1. Peanut Butter Ball Ingredients
2. Substitutions And Additions
3. How To Make This Peanut Butter Ball Recipe
4. How To Serve
5. Storage
6. Why We Love This Recipe
7. More Recipes You’ll Love
8. JUMP TO RECIPE

This peanut butter ball might just be one of the best creations ever imagined. Similar to a cheese ball, this version features cream cheese and peanut butter blended and formed into a creamy ball before being coated with Reese’s pieces. 

Peanut Butter Ball Ingredients

Substitutions And Additions

MIX-INS: You can add mini milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips to the peanut butter mixture before chilling in the refrigerator.

PEANUT BUTTER: You could choose either smooth peanut butter or crunchy peanut butter for a little bit of extra crunch.

We would not recommend using natural peanut butter as the oils tend to separate, and it won’t combine well in this recipe.

PURE VANILLA EXTRACT: To infuse unique flavors, experiment with other extracts like almond, maple, or hazelnut.

REESE’S PIECES CANDIES: Get creative with mix-ins by using chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or chopped nuts like almonds, pecans, or walnuts.

How To Make This Peanut Butter Ball Recipe

Let’s walk through the step-by-step instructions for making this easy party appetizer or dessert.

STEP ONE: Beat together the softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla extract for 1½ to 2 minutes until smooth.

Use either a stand mixer, or a medium mixing bowl and a hand mixer, on medium-high speed to mix the ingredients.

STEP TWO: Add the sifted powdered sugar and continue mixing for another 1 to 1½ minutes.

STEP THREE: Measure out two pieces of plastic wrap in a crisscross pattern. Spoon the peanut butter mixture into the center of the plastic wrap and shape it into a ball.

Tightly wrap the peanut butter ball in the plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for two hours.

STEP FOUR: Just before serving, unwrap the peanut butter ball and place it in the center of a serving plate.

STEP FIVE: Lightly press Reese’s pieces onto the surface of the peanut butter ball.

STEP SIX: Arrange the graham cracker pieces around the decorated peanut butter ball. 

How To Serve

This might just be my new favorite thing to make for a sweet treat. Surprise your kiddos with it for a fun after-school snack, or serve it at your next gathering.

You can also use vanilla wafers, hard pretzels, mini Hershey’s bars, apple slices, or broken pieces of sugar cone bowls for dipping.

Create a dessert platter with an array of sweet treats, including your peanut butter balls as the star attraction.

Add chocolate truffles, mini cheesecakes, and fresh fruit for a diverse dessert spread that caters to various tastes.

If you are looking for a savory version, our cheese ball is creamy and addictive, while our buckeyes are a yummy bite-size treat.

Storage

Now, let’s talk about how to store your delicious peanut butter balls to keep them fresh and enjoyable.

MAKE AHEAD: If you want to prepare ahead, you can make these peanut butter balls in advance and store them in an airtight container. They can be refrigerated or frozen for longer storage.

IN THE FRIDGE: Store the peanut butter ball covered in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Store leftover graham crackers in a Ziploc baggie to keep the crackers from becoming stale.

IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze the undecorated peanut butter cheese ball for up to one month. Wrap in wax paper and then place in a Ziploc bag.

Allow the peanut butter ball to thaw in the refrigerator overnight before decorating and serving.

Why We Love This Recipe

We love this recipe for so many reasons, including:

IRRESISTIBLE FLAVOR: These peanut butter balls are a delightful blend of creamy, nutty, and sweet flavors with a satisfying crunch, making them a mouthwatering treat for anyone who adores peanut butter and chocolate.

MAKE-AHEAD FRIENDLY: These peanut butter balls can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer, making them a convenient and make-ahead-friendly treat for parties, gatherings, or snacking whenever the craving strikes.

You might just find yourself addicted to this creamy peanut butter ball. Only a handful of ingredients and you will have yourself a perfect dessert choice for dipping and satisfying your peanut butter cravings.

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