The Gooey Peanut Butter MM Truffles Recipe Everyone Loves
Rich, creamy peanut butter M&M truffles dance between decadence and pure indulgence.
Chocolate lovers understand this sweet obsession instantly.
Smooth ingredients blend seamlessly into bite-sized delights that melt effortlessly.
Small confections pack intense flavor in every single morsel.
Delicate treats require minimal kitchen skills and maximum enjoyment.
Quick preparation means minimal stress and maximum satisfaction.
These irresistible morsels will make you the star of any gathering.
Store Peanut Butter Truffles for Later
FAQs
Yes, you can use milk, dark, or white chocolate based on your preference. Just ensure it melts smoothly and has good quality.
Keep the chocolate at a consistent warm temperature and work quickly. If the chocolate starts to cool, gently reheat it to maintain a smooth coating.
A hand mixer works best, but you can also mix by hand with a wooden spoon. Just ensure ingredients are thoroughly combined and creamy.
Absolutely! Truffles can be prepared up to 5 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Peanut Butter M&M’s Truffles: Colorful Bites
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Step 1: Prepare Parchment Workspace
Line two baking trays with clean parchment paper to create a smooth surface for your truffle-making adventure.
Step 2: Whip Creamy Butter
Using an electric mixer, whip the butter until it becomes silky smooth and fluffy, which typically takes about two minutes.
Step 3: Blend Flavor Enhancers
Add peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the whipped butter.
Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes creamy and all ingredients are perfectly combined.
Step 4: Incorporate Sweet Powder
Gradually sprinkle confectioners’ sugar into the mixture, mixing on low speed.
Continue until the sugar is fully integrated and the texture becomes consistent.
Step 5: Mix Colorful Candies
Gently fold in M&M’s candies using a spatula or your hands, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 6: Form Delightful Spheres
Roll the mixture into small, uniform balls approximately one inch in diameter.
Place each truffle carefully on the prepared parchment-lined trays.
Step 7: Chill Initial Mixture
Transfer the trays to the refrigerator and let the truffles firm up for one hour, allowing them to become more stable and easier to handle.
Step 8: Melt Chocolate Coating
Using a double boiler or microwave, melt the chocolate.
If using a microwave, stir the chocolate every 30 seconds to prevent burning and ensure smooth melting.
Step 9: Stabilize Chocolate Temperature
Allow the melted chocolate to cool for approximately five minutes, which helps create a more even coating.
Step 10: Dip and Coat
Carefully dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete and even coverage.
Use a fork or dipping tool to help manage this process.
Step 11: Set Chocolate Layer
Gently place the chocolate-coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined trays, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
Step 12: Final Chilling
Return the trays to the refrigerator and let the truffles sit until the chocolate coating hardens completely.
Once set, your decadent treats are ready to enjoy!
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Peanut Butter Mm Truffles Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 1x
Description
Indulgent Peanut Butter MM Truffles blend creamy peanut butter with chocolate in a delightful no-bake treat. Chocolate lovers will savor these irresistible bites that melt in your mouth with rich, smooth flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (170 grams) creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups (360 grams) confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 cup (80 grams) M&Ms Baking Bits
Chocolate Coating:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare two parchment-lined baking trays to create a clean workspace for truffle assembly.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter until smooth and silky, approximately 2 minutes.
- Incorporate peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt into the butter, blending until achieving a uniform, creamy consistency.
- Gradually introduce confectioners’ sugar at low speed, ensuring complete integration without lumps.
- Gently fold colorful M&M’s into the mixture using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Roll the mixture into uniform 1-inch spheres, carefully positioning each truffle on the prepared parchment-lined trays.
- Chill truffles in the refrigerator for 60 minutes to solidify their structure and enhance flavor melding.
- Melt chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, stirring carefully every 30 seconds to prevent burning.
- Allow melted chocolate to cool for 5 minutes, reaching an optimal dipping temperature.
- Delicately submerge each truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Return chocolate-coated truffles to the parchment tray, maintaining their shape and spacing.
- Refrigerate until chocolate sets completely, creating a glossy, firm exterior, then serve and savor.
Notes
- Refrigerate the truffles to ensure a firm, perfect texture that prevents crumbling during chocolate coating.
- Use room temperature butter and peanut butter for easier blending and a consistently creamy truffle base.
- Chocolate dipping technique involves tapping excess chocolate gently and using a fork to create a clean, professional-looking chocolate shell.
- Swap regular M&M’s with allergen-free chocolate candies and use gluten-free powdered sugar for celiac or nut-sensitive individuals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Nathaniel Brooks
Founder & Recipe Developer
Expertise
Farm-to-table cuisine, Seasonal recipe development, Culinary storytelling
Education
Ivy Tech Community College – Indianapolis, IN
Culinary Arts / Hospitality Administration & Events
Focused on hands-on training in classical and modern culinary techniques.
Nathaniel’s story starts in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, where farm stands, backyard gardens, and old family recipes shaped his love for real food. After graduating from Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis, he spent years working in farm-to-table kitchens, learning how to turn local, seasonal ingredients into something memorable.
Today, Nathaniel pours that same spirit into every single recipe on Aspiring Culinarian – recipes that feel real, comforting, and connected to the land. When he’s not in the kitchen, you’ll find him foraging wild herbs, chasing sunsets with his camera, or writing about the flavors that shaped his roots.