PEANUT BUTTER BALLS

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Ok, these aren't cookies, but I used to make them to include in my Christmas goodie packages too. These are SO GOOD! Who doesn't like chocolate and peanut butter?!?! Note: 2 hours of the prep time includes chilling. **Photo borrowed from internet.**

Provided by Christine Whisenhunt

Categories     Chocolate

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 c powdered sugar
2 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp milk
2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/2 c creamy peanut butter
1 c chocolate chips
1 Tbsp shortening

Steps:

  • 1. Mix first 6 ingredients. Roll into 3/4 inch balls and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • 2. When balls have been chilled: Melt chocolate and shortening in a saucepan. Use a toothpick to dip them into the chocolate. Let excess drip off. Place on wax paper. Refrigerate 10-15 minutes, until chocolate has hardened. Remove from wax paper and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep this way for up to 2 weeks.

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