Chocolate Peanut Butter Snowballs with Caramel Drizzle

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🍬 Directions

1. Make the Peanut Butter Snowball Filling

  1. In a medium bowl, combine:

    • peanut butter

    • softened butter

    • vanilla extract

    • pinch of salt

  2. Mix until smooth and creamy.

  3. Add the powdered sugar and crushed graham crackers.

  4. Stir until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.

    • It should be firm enough to roll into balls. If too sticky, add 1–2 more tablespoons of powdered sugar.

2. Shape the Snowballs

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball.

  3. Place each ball on the parchment-lined tray.

  4. Once all balls are shaped, freeze them for 20–30 minutes.

    • This step helps them keep their shape when dipped in melted chocolate.

3. Prepare the Chocolate Coating

  1. Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl.

  2. Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and glossy.

    • Alternatively, melt using a double boiler.

4. Dip the Snowballs

  1. Remove chilled peanut butter balls from the freezer.

  2. Using a fork or dipping tool, lower each ball into the melted chocolate.

  3. Let excess chocolate drip off, then place the coated ball back on the parchment.

  4. Repeat for all snowballs.

  5. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, or until the chocolate sets.

5. Make the Caramel Drizzle

  1. Combine caramels and heavy cream in a small microwave-safe bowl.

  2. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted.

  3. Allow it to cool slightly—just enough that it thickens but still flows.

  4. Using a spoon or piping bag, drizzle caramel over each chocolate snowball.

  5. Sprinkle with flaky salt or coconut if desired.

6. Chill & Serve

  1. Return the snowballs to the fridge for at least 10 minutes to set the caramel.

  2. Serve cold or at room temperature.

🎁 Storage

  • Refrigerator: Up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.

  • Freezer: Up to 2 months. Allow 10 minutes at room temp before serving.

🌟 Tips & Variations

Flavor Twists

  • Crunchy version: Add crushed peanuts into the filling.

  • Extra snow-like finish: Roll chocolate-dipped snowballs in coconut before the chocolate sets.

  • Salted caramel lovers: Sprinkle flaky salt right after drizzling.

  • Double chocolate: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder to the filling.

Texture Adjustments

  • Too sticky? Add more powdered sugar or crumbs.

  • Too dry? Add 1–2 teaspoons of melted butter or peanut butter.

Presentation Ideas

  • Drizzle with white chocolate before caramel for a layered effect.

  • Place each snowball in mini cupcake liners for gift boxes.

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