Peanut Butter Coconut Truffles Covered in Rich Chocolate and Perfect for Gifting
Peanut Butter Coconut Truffles are creamy, no-bake treats made with a blend of peanut butter, shredded coconut, and a touch of sweetness, then dipped in rich chocolate. These indulgent bites are easy to make and ideal for holiday gifting or party platters.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together peanut butter, powdered sugar, shredded coconut, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the truffles for 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Meanwhile, melt chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, and place back on the baking sheet.
- Optional: Sprinkle with additional coconut or sea salt before the chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate is fully set, about 15–20 minutes.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet version, but chill the dough longer as it’s softer.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Perfect for making ahead and freezing for gift boxes or dessert trays.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg