Kat's Peanut Butter Chocolate Truffles

So my sister Kat made these for Christmas at least a year ago, and has ben telling me to try them ever since.  I don't know why I never did- they are super easy and WOW they are yummy.  These would make a great holiday or Valentine's gift, they present really nice and they really are super easy.  You'll get your hands dirty when you roll them but aside from that, it is easier than cookies.


Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles

1 1/3 C. Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips, or 1 pkg. (8 squares) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

1 tub (8 oz.) Whipped Topping, thawed

1/4 cup  powdered sugar, for rolling

OR Chopped Peanuts, Coconut, Cocoa Powder, Sprinkles- whatever sounds good to roll them in.

Microwave chocolate in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until chocolate is almost melted, stirring after 1 min. Stir until chocolate is completely melted.  Stir in peanut butter until well blended. Cool to room temperature. Gently stir in whipped topping. Refrigerate 1 hour.  Scoop peanut butter mixture with melon baller or teaspoon, then shape into 1-inch balls. Roll in sugar. Store in tightly covered container in refrigerator.

Makes about 36 truffles

Variation - Easy Truffle Squares

Line 8-inch square pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Prepare truffle mixture as directed. Spread into prepared pan. Refrigerate 1 hour. Lift truffle mixture out of pan onto cutting board, using foil handles; cut into 1-inch squares. Press squares in suggested coatings, turning to evenly coat all sides. Makes 16 servings, four squares each.