Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup butter (room temp)
  • 1 teaspoon real vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (more as needed)
  • 1 package semi-sweet chocolate chips (12 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons shortening

Instruction

  • Mix peanut butter, butter, vanilla and salt with a mixer until blended (try using an electric mixer on low). Add 2 cups powdered sugar, blend.
  • Use additional powdered sugar until mixture can be shaped into a ball and will stay on a toothpick. Shape into about 1 inch balls and refrigerate until firm.
  • Place chocolate chips and shortening in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15 - 20 second increments, mixing in-between until chocolate is melted. (You can re-melt as needed when making balls).
  • Insert toothpick into balls. Dip into chocolate, then remove excess. Place on a parchment lined tray. Remove toothpick and smooth over holes. Refrigerate until firm.