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    Peanut Butter Pretzel Truffles

    Published: Oct 10, 2016 Last Updated: Jun 17, 2020 by Marye 883 words. | About 5 minutes to read this article.

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    If you love love chocolate covered pretzels or potato chips dipped in chocolate then these peanut butter pretzel truffles are for you. They are reminiscent of a Butterfinger bar.
    Total time 10 minutes
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    One of my favorite ways to use chocolate is to create some sort of creamy, rich chocolate truffle recipe like these  peanut butter pretzel truffles. The saltiness of the peanut butter and crushed pretzels balances the sweet richness of the chocolate so that you never get that sick feeling of biting into something that's just too sweet. These homemade candies are SO easy that they're perfect to have on hand for parties and to give for gifts. This post was updated October 25, 2018

    For this recipe you'll need: peanut butter, butter, brown sugar, Confectioner's sugar, pretzels, graham crackers, milk chocolate, vegetable shortening
    close up of peanut butter pretzel truffles

    Peanut Butter Pretzel Truffles for Choctoberfest

    What do you think of when you read (or hear) the word, chocolate? Well, by the end of this month you'll be thinking #Choctoberfest! #Choctoberfest is basically a two week long chocolate extravaganza where bloggers from all over the world share their favorite chocolate recipes and give you the opportunity to win some pretty amazing prizes.

    And... this year? I am totally in, y'all. Chocolate all week long here on Restless Chipotle! There will be recipes here as well as links to other blogs with chocolate recipes. So, settle in with a cup of hot chocolate and prepare yourself for chocolate nirvana because today is the first day of #Choctoberfest 2016!

    Thank you to the sponsors who make #Choctoberfest possible! This year, Imperial Sugar is back as our Gold Sponsor. They have been a trusted name in kitchens since 1843, and their website is home to thousands of sweet recipes tested in the Imperial Sugar Kitchen. You can find Imperial Sugar on Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube, or join their Sweet Community so you can share your own recipes, save recipes to a virtual inbox, print Imperial Sugar coupons, and connect with other sugar lovers.

    Peanut Butter Pretzel Truffles Tips

    My first treat for #Choctober is this easy peanut butter pretzel truffles recipe. Chunks of salty pretzel are surrounded by creamy peanut butter and then covered in milk chocolate. They don't take very long to make, either.

    For many people truffles seem about as unapproachable as a skunk with his tail in the air. They are sold for high prices in some of the most high end shops in the world so how could anyone make them at home?

    Well, I'll tell ya. It's so easy that anyone can do it with a glass of wine in one hand and the other tied behind their back.

    No, really.

    Just take your time and let the peanut butter mixture chill thoroughly once you form it into balls. I put mine in the freezer for about 30 minutes. It makes them easier to dip in the chocolate.

    Peanut butter pretzel truffles taste a lot like a Butterfinger bar for some odd reason. They are creamy and crunchy at the same time. You can make up a batch and freeze them so you've got them on hand when company comes or you need a little hostess gift.

    Peanut butter pretzel truffles recipe is easy to make. from RestlessChipotle.com

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    These pretty gift boxes from Wilton are a great way to package your truffles, cookies, and other homemade gifts. Paper candy cups give your candy gifts a professional look.

    Peanut Butter Pretzel Truffles Recipe

    Chocolate and peanut butter fans you're going to love these peanut butter pretzel truffles! Be sure to check back every day this week to see the newest recipe for #Choctoberfest! If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars.

    Peanut butter pretzel truffles recipe is easy to make. from RestlessChipotle.com
    5 from 2 votes

    Peanut Butter Pretzel Truffles

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    If you love love chocolate covered pretzels or potato chips dipped in chocolate then these peanut butter pretzel truffles are for you. They are reminiscent of a Butterfinger bar.
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings:24
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    Author:Marye Audet-White
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    Ingredients

    Truffles

    • 1 cup peanut butter, creamy or crunchy, your choice
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature.
    • ¼ cup light brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons Confectioner’s sugar
    • 1 ½ cups finely chopped pretzels
    • ½ cup graham cracker crumbs

    Chocolate Coating

    • 2 cups milk chocolate, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening

    Instructions

    Truffles

    • Blend the peanut butter, butter, brown sugar, and Confectioner’s sugar in the bowl of a stand mixture until smooth and well mixed.
    • With the mixer running on low speed, slowly pour in the pretzels and graham cracker crumbs.
    • Blend until smooth and you can form balls of it with your hands.
    • Form tablespoon sized balls and place on a cookie sheet.
    • Freeze until very firm, about 30 minutes.
    • Dip the balls in the melted chocolate.
    • Store in the refrigerator in a tightly covered container.

    Chocolate Coating

    • Add the chocolate and the vegetable shortening to a microwave safe bowl
    • Melt on 50% power for 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. (you may not need the whole 2 minutes.)

    Notes

    Make sure there's no water in the bowl or on the utensils you're using when melting chocolate. It will seize up and you'll have to throw it out.

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      I love making candy! It's one of those old fashioned activities that almost NO ONE does anymore! If you're looking for something quick and easy that's not truffle related try  my microwave sea salt caramels recipe!

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      Comments

      1. Judi

        December 19, 2021 at 8:35 pm

        5 stars
        I over did the pretzels unfortunately on my end, BUT NONE the less they were still excellent!!! Brought them to work as a thank you to my staff....they were all gone within a half hour. THANK you as always for your excellent inspiration and awesome fun recipes!!!

        Reply
      2. Farrah

        October 11, 2016 at 6:59 am

        Goodness, these truffles look amazing! I love the sweet + salty combination! <3 I love that they don't take too many ingredients to make!

        Reply
        • Marye Audet

          October 18, 2016 at 8:47 am

          Thank you!

      3. Nicole Taggart

        October 10, 2016 at 8:58 pm

        That truffle filling sounds so good. Love the salty sweet combo. And the crunch too!

        Reply
      4. Terri C

        October 10, 2016 at 8:23 pm

        My cousin was a chef and he created a German chocolate cheesecake that is wonderful! My favorite chocolate treat.

        Reply
      5. Nettie Moore

        October 10, 2016 at 7:53 pm

        These truffles look amazing! Love your blog! I shared on my Moore or Less Cooking page <3 Nettie

        Reply
        • Marye Audet

          October 18, 2016 at 8:57 am

          Thanks Nettie!

      6. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction

        October 10, 2016 at 7:23 pm

        I can't resist the sweet and salty combo! These would disappear in a hurry at our house!

        Reply
      7. melody shingler

        October 10, 2016 at 3:54 pm

        Oh dear ~ you had me at "truffles"! Those look too delicious.

        Reply
        • Marye Audet

          October 18, 2016 at 8:58 am

          I love them way too much!

      8. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie

        October 10, 2016 at 2:18 pm

        Hahaha oh god I never want to think about skunks while eating truffles. These look so dang good that I think can get past it.

        Reply
        • Marye Audet

          October 18, 2016 at 9:01 am

          LOL! 😀

      9. Linda @ 2 Cookin' Mamas

        October 10, 2016 at 10:26 am

        I'm all for chocolate anything so Choctoberfest is one of my favorite events. Your truffle recipe got the week kicked off right. I mean, chocolate, peanut butter, pretzels - hello? Care to share? 🙂

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        • Marye Audet

          October 10, 2016 at 11:07 am

          Thank you so much, Linda!

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