CHOCOLATE-COVERED PEANUT BUTTER & PRETZEL TRUFFLES

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Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter & Pretzel Truffles image

Sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter and salty pretzels create a to-die-for truffle. It's a little bite of decadence and a special indulgence for the holiday season.-Ashley Wisniewski, Champaign, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-3/4 cups creamy peanut butter, divided
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/8 teaspoon salt
3-1/4 cups crushed pretzels, divided
3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat 1-1/2 cups peanut butter, confectioners' sugar, brown sugar, butter and salt until blended. Stir in 3 cups pretzels., Shape pretzel mixture into 1-in. balls; transfer to waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or until firm., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip truffles in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Return to baking sheets., Microwave remaining peanut butter on high for 30-45 seconds or until melted. Drizzle over truffles; sprinkle with remaining pretzels. Refrigerate until set. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Jt Snow
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These truffles are the bomb!


Lorena Tris
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These truffles are so delicious and easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making them again and again.


Hamidu Ramatu
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These truffles are the perfect way to use up leftover pretzels. I always have a bag of pretzels in my pantry, so I can make these truffles whenever I want.


Okoh Victory
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I love the way these truffles look. They're so festive and elegant.


Rajesh P
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These truffles are so easy to make and they're always a hit at parties. I love how versatile they are. You can use any type of chocolate or peanut butter you like.


Patricia Arthur
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These truffles are the perfect size for a quick snack. I love to keep them in the fridge for when I need a sweet treat.


isso mugup
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I love the way these truffles melt in my mouth. They're so smooth and creamy.


Kale Huff
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These truffles are the perfect gift for any chocolate lover. They're sure to be a hit!


Linay Peterson
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These truffles are so delicious. I'm definitely going to make them again.


Eyinjuoluwa Matins
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I love how easy these truffles are to make. They're the perfect last-minute dessert.


Shahidul Islam
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These truffles are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. I can't get enough of them!


Vngg Vbv
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I love the way these truffles look. They're so pretty and elegant.


Mark Martin
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These truffles are so rich and decadent. They're the perfect treat for a special occasion.


tsiyetso johannes
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I made these truffles for my friends and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Asmr by Abiha
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These truffles are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. They're also a great way to use up leftover pretzels.


SHIMUL FF YT
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I love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter. These truffles are the perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Chathumina tharusha
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These truffles are so easy to make and they look so elegant. I'm definitely going to make them again for my next party.


ERRoR. 777
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I made these truffles for my kids and they loved them! They're the perfect sweet treat for a special occasion.


Renuka Malkanthi
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I love how these truffles combine different textures and flavors. The crunchy pretzels, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate are a perfect combination.


Princess Fari
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These chocolate-covered peanut butter pretzel truffles were a huge hit at my party! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.