Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
- Small cookie scoop or spoon
- Small bowl for rolling truffles
- Toothpicks
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
2. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, form mixture into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Chill the peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
4. In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, and unsalted butter until smooth.
5. Using a toothpick, dip each peanut butter ball into the chocolate mixture, making sure it is fully coated.
6. Place the coated peanut butter ball back onto the baking sheet and repeat until all the balls are coated.
7. Chill the truffles in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened.
8. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Chilling time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 5 minutes
5. Temperature:
Refrigerator temperature: 40°F or below
Serving size:
This recipe makes approximately 20 truffles.
Nutritional information:
Each truffle contains approximately 140 calories, 10g fat, 9g carbohydrates, 2g protein, and 1g fiber.
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Creamy peanut butter can be substituted with crunchy peanut butter.
- Powdered sugar can be substituted with granulated sugar.
- Graham cracker crumbs can be substituted with crushed cookies or pretzels.
- Semisweet chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or whole milk.
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter, but adjust the amount of salt in the recipe accordingly.
Variations:
- Roll the truffles in chopped peanuts or sprinkles for added texture and flavor.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or cayenne pepper to the peanut butter mixture for a spicy kick.
- Use almond butter or cashew butter instead of peanut butter for a different flavor.
- Add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the peanut butter mixture for a sweeter taste.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to form the peanut butter mixture into balls for a consistent size.
- Chill the peanut butter balls before dipping them in the chocolate mixture to prevent them from falling apart.
- Use toothpicks to dip the peanut butter balls into the chocolate mixture for easier handling.
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Storage instructions:
Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
These truffles are best served chilled and do not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the truffles on a platter and sprinkle with chopped peanuts or cocoa powder for a decorative touch.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped peanuts or sprinkles for added texture and flavor.
Pairings:
These truffles pair well with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
These truffles are a dessert and do not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the peanut butter mixture is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk or cream to moisten it.
- If the chocolate mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of heavy cream to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash your hands and all equipment thoroughly before preparing this recipe. Store the truffles in the refrigerator to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
Truffles are a type of chocolate confectionery that originated in France in the 19th century. They were named after the black truffle fungus because of their similar appearance.
Flavor profiles:
These truffles have a rich and creamy peanut butter filling with a smooth and decadent chocolate coating.
Serving suggestions:
Serve these truffles as a dessert at a party or as a sweet treat after dinner.
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Taste: Rich, Sweet, Chocolatey, Nutty, Creamy