Peanut Butter Bon Bons Recipe

A beloved family Christmas tradition since the mid-80s! These no-bake Peanut Butter Bon Bons are rich, decadent, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any time you crave a sweet peanut butter treat. You can even swap out the chocolate frosting for your favorite chocolate candy melts for a fun twist. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this nostalgic recipe!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 470 mins

Calories 175.8 kcal

Protein 4g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peanut Butter Bon Bons

Vanilla Frosting
1 cup creamy peanut butter
Margarine
Graham Cracker Crumbs
Chocolate Fudge Frosting

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How to Make Peanut Butter Bon Bons

In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and butter until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
Place the bon bons on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Melt the chocolate frosting (or candy melts) according to package directions.
Dip each bon bon into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated.
Place the coated bon bons back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

10g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Bon Bons?

Peanut Butter Bon Bons takes about 500 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 470 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Bon Bons?

Peanut Butter Bon Bons has approximately 175.8 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Bon Bons?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Bon Bons are Vanilla Frosting, Peanut Butter, Margarine, Graham Cracker Crumbs, Chocolate Fudge Frosting. See the full list with measurements above.