Description
These incredible peanut butter meltaways truly melt in your mouth, offering a burst of sweet, nutty flavor that always brings a smile. It is a super easy, no-bake dessert, perfect for busy families and spontaneous cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Soften and Cream Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large mixing bowl, gently soften 0.5 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup creamy peanut butter (a quick 15-20 seconds in the microwave works). Use an electric mixer to cream them together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes, until the mixture looks pale and well-combined.
- Incorporate Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar, about 0.5 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract until the mixture transforms into a soft, pliable dough.
- Portion and Roll Dough: Use a small cookie scoop (a (1-inch) scoop works wonders for uniform size) to portion the dough, then roll each scoop into smooth (1-inch) balls.
- Chill Until Firm: Place the rolled peanut butter meltaways on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until they feel firm to the touch to ensure they hold their shape and develop the signature melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Notes
For best flavor, use quality ingredients like creamy peanut butter and fresh vanilla, ensuring butter is softened. Substitute almond or cashew butter, or use vegan butter and peanut butter for a plant-based option. Adjust powdered sugar if using natural or alternative nut butters. Add 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts for texture. If dough is too sticky, add 1-2 tablespoons more powdered sugar; if too crumbly, add 0.5 tsp more softened butter or peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meltaway
- Calories: 110 calories
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg