No-Bake Christmas Treats

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 12

No-Bake Christmas Treats for the holiday season

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 ounces bakers semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
	1/2 cup peanut butter
	1 container Cool Whip ( thawed slightly )
	ground almonds or crushed peanuts , etc

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

16g

Fat

20g

These No-Bake Christmas Treats are perfect for the holiday season, especially for those who want to serve their guests with a quick and easy recipe. The combination of the chocolate, peanut butter, and Cool Whip results in a creamy texture and a satisfying sweet treat that everyone will enjoy. They are also versatile and can be customized with any topping of your choice, such as ground almonds or crushed peanuts, or even sprinkles and coconut flakes. This recipe is perfect for busy people who want to impress their guests with minimum effort, and for those who want to indulge during the festive season without spending hours in the kitchen.

Instructions

1.	Melt the chocolate in a large microwave-safe bowl on high for 45 seconds, stir until melted. If necessary, microwave at intervals of 15 seconds until the chocolate is completely melted.
2.	Stir in the peanut butter until well combined.
3.	Fold in the Cool Whip using a spatula, until well combined.
4.	Cover the mixture and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
5.	Roll the mixture into balls using a cookie scoop or spoon.
6.	Roll the balls into ground almonds or crushed peanuts, or your favorite topping.
7.	Chill the balls in the refrigerator until firm. Serve chilled.

PROS

These No-Bake Christmas Treats are a quick and easy recipe for any beginner chef, taking only minutes to prepare.

They are perfect for Christmas parties and get-togethers, and are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

CONS

These treats are high in calories and fat because of the chocolate and peanut butter, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

It’s important to keep them chilled until serving as they can melt quickly at room temperature.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Peanut butter provides protein and healthy fats, while chocolate has antioxidants that are good for the heart.
Eating peanuts in moderation may also lower the risk of heart disease, while dark chocolate may help in protecting your skin from sun damage.