Description
These no-bake Voodoo Balls are a deliciously spooky treat combining creamy peanut butter, cocoa, and chocolate for a perfect Halloween snack or anytime indulgence. Rolled in a smooth peanut butter mixture, coated in melted chocolate, and chilled until set, these bite-sized balls can be decorated with candy eyes and sprinkles for extra fun.
Ingredients
Scale
Voodoo Balls Mixture
- 1 1/2 cups peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Chocolate Coating
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (for melting the chocolate)
Decoration
- Sprinkles (for extra decoration)
- Candy eyes (for a spooky touch)
Instructions
- Prepare the Voodoo Balls Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to create the base mixture.
- Mix Until Smooth: Stir the mixture thoroughly until it is well combined and smooth. If the mixture seems too dry, add a little more peanut butter to help it come together.
- Shape the Balls: Using your hands, scoop out small amounts of the mixture and roll them into balls approximately 1-inch in diameter.
- Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the shaped balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips together with coconut oil by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until completely melted and smooth.
- Coat the Voodoo Balls: Dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate to fully coat the surface.
- Return to Baking Sheet: Place the chocolate-coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the baking sheet for 30 to 60 minutes, or until the chocolate coating is hardened and set.
- Decorate: Optionally, adorn the Voodoo Balls with candy eyes and sprinkles to give them a festive, spooky appearance.
- Serve: Serve the Voodoo Balls chilled for a delicious and fun treat.
Notes
- Use either creamy or chunky peanut butter depending on your texture preference.
- If mixture is too crumbly, add peanut butter gradually until it holds together.
- Ensure candy eyes and sprinkles are added after chocolate coating but before chilling to secure decorations.
- Store leftover Voodoo Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These treats are best served chilled to maintain the chocolate coating’s firmness.
