Instructions:

1.Prepare Your Ingredients: Before you begin, make sure your cream cheese is softened. This will help it blend more easily with the peanut butter, ensuring a smooth texture for your peanut butter balls. To soften cream cheese, simply leave it at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes.

2.Mix the Cream Cheese and Peanut Butter: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and creamy peanut butter. Use an electric mixer on medium speed or a sturdy spoon to blend the two ingredients together until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well combined. You want a nice, even consistency with no lumps of cream cheese.

3.Incorporate the Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, mixing continuously until everything is fully combined. As you mix, the powdered sugar will thicken the mixture and create a dough-like consistency. This step is important for achieving the right texture for rolling the balls. Keep mixing until the dough is thick, smooth, and easy to handle.

4.Shape the Peanut Butter Balls: Once your dough is ready, it’s time to form the peanut butter balls! Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your hands to form a smooth, 1-inch ball. Place each ball onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Continue until you’ve used all the dough.

5.Chill the Peanut Butter Balls: Once all your peanut butter balls are shaped and placed on the baking sheet, transfer them to the refrigerator. Let them chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This step is essential for getting the perfect texture – cooling helps the balls set, making them easier to handle and giving them a melt-in-your-mouth feel when you take a bite.

6.Serve and Enjoy: After chilling, your peanut butter balls are ready to be enjoyed! They’re the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and peanut buttery goodness. Serve them straight from the fridge for a cool treat, or let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes if you prefer a softer texture.

These peanut butter balls are perfect for snacking, parties, or gifting to friends and family. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage. They’re a great make-ahead treat that stays fresh and delicious!

Optional Ideas to Elevate Your Peanut Butter Balls:

•Dip in Chocolate: Melt some chocolate and dip each ball halfway, then let them harden on the parchment paper. This adds a delicious chocolatey coating and takes these treats to the next level!

•Add a Crunchy Coating: Roll the balls in crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or mini chocolate chips before chilling for extra texture and flavor.

•Drizzle with Chocolate or Caramel: After chilling, drizzle the balls with melted chocolate or caramel for a decorative touch.

Whether you keep them simple or add a fun twist, these 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls are sure to be a hit. Enjoy every creamy, sweet, and irresistible bite!