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Peanut Butter Pumpkins

Peanut Butter Pumpkins: Your Fun & Festive Fall Treats

Peanut Butter Pumpkins are a delightful, healthier twist on traditional sweets, perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 pumpkins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Mixture
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Opt for natural for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Crunch
  • 3 cups Crispy Rice Cereal Ensure it's gluten-free if needed.
Coating and Decoration
  • 1 cup Orange Candy Melts Chocolate can be a sweet alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Use to thin the candy melts.
  • 1 cup Green Candy Melts For leaves on top of the pumpkins.
  • ½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips For eyes on the pumpkins.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by clearing a clean workspace to roll and decorate your Peanut Butter Pumpkins. Lay out parchment paper on a baking sheet for easy placement of the formed pumpkins. Gather all ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir vigorously until smooth, around 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in the crispy rice cereal until evenly coated, maintaining its crunch, for about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Roll portions of the mixture into 1-2 inch balls and place them on the lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
  6. Melt the orange candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of vegetable oil, until glossy and smooth.
  7. Dip each firm peanut butter pumpkin into the melted orange candy, allowing excess coating to drip off.
  8. While the coating is wet, press mini chocolate chips for eyes and shape leaves using green candy melts.
  9. Allow pumpkins to set at room temperature or refrigerate until the coating hardens completely, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pumpkinCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze uncoated balls for up to three months.

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