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December 13, 2010

Pretty Mommy Has Me Cooking Again

Okay, so I have actually cooked since my last recipe post.  And I'm still getting messages from you about that one, so I'd say that my white chicken chili is world famous now- wink wink.  Considering that it will be pretty hard to top, this time I'm sharing a dessert.  I only make these once a year...because I have no self control when they're around.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Bon Bons

2 cups creamy peanut butter
1 cup butter (unsalted)
2 lbs (or so) powdered sugar
24 oz. semi sweet chocolate chips
3/4 bar paraffin wax

Load up the peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar into an electric mixer.

Combine until smooth.  You may need to add more butter or powdered sugar depending on consistency.  Go ahead and taste test (you know you want to!).


Roll into one inch balls and place on waxed paper.  I recommend putting a toothpick into each one to help with dipping in chocolate later.  Refrigerate for about 2 hours.


Melt the chocolate chips and paraffin until smooth in a double broiler (I don't have one so I made my own).  I wouldn't recommend using your best cookware for this because as you can see it is messy


While keeping the mixture warm, dip all but the very top of each ball into the chocolate.  Return to wax paper.


They should look something like this.  Mmmmm.


Chill the bon bons until the chocolate hardens.  Then transfer into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator or freezer.  They're ready to serve.


These babies are so ridiculously good, consider yourself warned.  I've already served them at 3 get togethers this week (because one batch makes 100+) and they're always a big hit! 

They would also make a lovely gift for friends and family.  Just package them in pretty boxes tied with ribbon.

If you want to see more recipes, check out the rest of Pretty Mommy's Holiday Recipe Exchange schedule!  Also, today I'm sharing my want/need/read/wear list on Michelle's blog.  Go see.

23 comments:

Lilacandgrey said...

omg these look tdf!
Lilac and Grey

caycee said...

I think I just gained 10 pounds looking at those babies! Adding that to yummy desserts to be made!

Simply LKJ said...

They are sinful. We made them last Christmas! I guess the only good thing about our daughter's migraines is that she CANNOT have chocolate, therefore we don't have it in the house. It sure is helping her mommmas waistline this time of year. Wonder if we could make it with white chocolate as it doesn't contain caffeine??!!

Alex {Things That Sparkle} said...

These look incredible! I might have to make them. Only problem is, I have no self control either. I had to throw away a box of toffee this weekend just so I would stop eating it.

erica said...

wow those look absolutely amazing. I definitely need to make these ASAP. I am your newest follower :]

xo

Morgan said...

YUM! We call those buckeyes and I'm obsessed with them.. although I've never made them. They don't look toooooo hard so I think I may try this season!

Carissa @ the Fabulous Design File said...

Those look dangerous! Nice photos!

Gray Benko said...

These were SO good at your party and I am even more impressed now that I know that you made them yourself. Should have known! Oh and PS, your White Chicken Chili is now a staple in our house.

Unknown said...

What a great recipe. I immediately copy it. It reads heavenly and looks wonderful! Thank you so much!!!

Tine

Forty Two East said...

Those look so GOOD! Peanut butter and chocolate are made for each other...lol

Ruthie {Look Learn Love} said...

Salivating as we speak..em, write... :) Question: would it be wrong to consume a whole batch, cause I'm pretty sure that's what would happen if I made these
~ xoxo Fellow LLL Blogger :)

Natalie {Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers} said...

Mouth is watering! I will most definately be making these next week for a Christmas party! and going to check out your white chili recipe now, I have been wanting to find a good one!

Danielle Oakey Interiors said...

oh chassity, don't do this to me!

Marianne said...

We make these every year too! They are little bites of heaven!

a little bit of sunshine said...

that peanut butter chocolate creation looks amazing! -i think i might have to try them myself!!
PS i LOVE your backsplash. it looks amazing with your stove. :)

christine, just bella said...

whoooa, these look sooo delicious.

Megan // Honey We're Home said...

Oh my gosh- hello, gorgeous marble tile backsplash!

Michaela said...

OH my gosh! I want some now!! So delicious!

Blissful Mediocrity said...

Those look amazing! I will be making those this week for sure!

Cassie {Hi Sugarplum} said...

My stomach just growled...and it's not even 10am yet!!! And I love White Chicken Chili...need to go check out your recipe!

*** said...

These look absolutely delicious. I cannot wait to try them. By the way, I just found your blog via Pretty Mommy and I am in love with all of your posts.

Daile Wilson said...

unbelievable! love it! Thanks for sharing, it made me smile.

elisabeth (bovagoods) said...

yum! buckeyes! i haven't had those in so long...a stable in ohio at pretty much every party. ;)