Holy Smackeroos Easy Chocolate Peanut Candies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly simple *Holy Smackeroos Easy Chocolate Peanut Candies*! Featuring just five ingredients—semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy or crunchy peanut butter, salted roasted peanuts, a splash of vanilla extract, and an optional sprinkle of sea salt—this no-bake treat packs a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, these melt-in-your-mouth morsels are made by combining smooth melted chocolate and peanut butter with crunchy peanuts, then forming bite-sized drops that set to perfection. Whether you’re looking for a quick homemade dessert, a holiday gift idea, or an afternoon pick-me-up, these candies are as easy to make as they are delicious to devour. Pro tip: Add a sprinkle of sea salt flakes on top for a gourmet touch that will take this treat to the next level!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 2 cups salted roasted peanuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt flakes (optional)
Instructions
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth (about 1.5–2 minutes total). Alternatively, melt this mixture in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water.
Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture until well combined.
Fold in the salted roasted peanuts until they are fully coated in the chocolate mixture.
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Space them about 1 inch apart.
If desired, sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt flakes on top of each candy for added flavor and texture.
Allow the candies to cool and set completely at room temperature for 1–2 hours, or speed up the process by chilling the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Once the candies have hardened, gently remove them from the parchment paper and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4776 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 364.3 g | 467% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.5 g | 522% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 44.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2471 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.5 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 65.2 g | 233% | |
| Total Sugars | 216.6 g | ||
| Protein | 164.6 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 329 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 3633 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
