Lazy Gourmet’s Peanut Butter Truffles

Truffles are named after the edible fungi that grow underground, as they resemble the shape and texture of these rare delicacies.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 6.

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Lazy Gourmet’s Peanut Butter Truffles

Cooking Method: No cooking required Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2040

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Roll the mixture into small truffle-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Place the truffles in the refrigerator for about 1 hour to firm up.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
5. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each peanut butter truffle into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
6. Place the coated truffles back on the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate sets.
7. Once the chocolate has hardened, the truffles are ready to be served. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 170kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11g17%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 11g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.