CHERRY PEANUT BUTTER BALLS
Years ago, I saved this festive recipe and made it only at Christmastime. But my grandkids loved the sweet combination of peanut butter, chocolate and cherries so much that now I mix up a batch anytime they ask or visit!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat the butter and peanut butter until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add confectioners' sugar and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Pat cherries dry with paper towel. Dust hands with additional confectioners' sugar. Wrap each cherry with a rounded tablespoon full of peanut butter mixture; shape into a ball. (Peanut butter mixture may need to be refrigerated occasionally while rolling cherries.) Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip peanut butter balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Musika Job
[email protected]I love that these cherry peanut butter balls are a healthier alternative to other snacks. They're still sweet and delicious, but they're also packed with protein and fiber.
James Flowers
[email protected]These are a great recipe for kids to help make. They're simple enough for little hands to help with, and they're always a hit.
Saeed Mahar
[email protected]I've never made cherry peanut butter balls before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out perfect!
Joosep Gtib
[email protected]These are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.
Reginald Ankomah
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and easy recipes, and these cherry peanut butter balls definitely fit the bill. They're a great addition to my recipe box.
Melat seid
[email protected]These are a great way to use up leftover cherries. I love that they're no-bake, so they're perfect for a hot summer day.
Charlie Johnson-bird
[email protected]I made these cherry peanut butter balls for a potluck and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them!
Morsalin Babsha
[email protected]These are the best cherry peanut butter balls I've ever had! The recipe is simple to follow and the results are amazing.
Melvin Bradshaw
[email protected]I've made these cherry peanut butter balls several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Jazmine Goza
[email protected]These are a great make-ahead snack. I like to make a batch on the weekend and then keep them in the fridge for the week.
Simone Sicignano
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of peanut butter, but these cherry peanut butter balls are an exception. They're the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
Rao Intzar
[email protected]These are so delicious! I love the chewy texture of the peanut butter and the sweetness of the cherries.
Thabo Ndebele
[email protected]I made these cherry peanut butter balls for my kids and they loved them! They're a great after-school snack or a fun treat for a party.
spring bonnie
[email protected]These cherry peanut butter balls were a hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the combination of the sweet cherries and the salty peanut butter.