PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE BALLS

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These peanut butter and chocolate treats will be a hit with kids of all ages. And the chopped peanut outer layer gives them a pretty finishing touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup peanut butter and milk chocolate chips
3/4 cup whipped topping
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening
1/4 cup chopped salted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips over low heat. Transfer to a small bowl and cool to lukewarm, about 7 minutes. Beat in whipped topping. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes or until firm enough to form into balls. , Shape into 1-in. balls. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt milk chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate and place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with peanuts. Refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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