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Peanut Butter Pumpkins

Peanut Butter Pumpkins That Bring Fall Joy to Your Table

These Peanut Butter Pumpkins are a delightful fall treat combining peanut butter with festive charm.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 pumpkins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Mixture
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter opt for natural for a healthier treat.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar reduce for a less sugary bite.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract no substitutes necessary.
  • 2 cups Crispy Rice Cereal use gluten-free for a truly gluten-free delight.
For the Candy Coating
  • 1 cup Orange Candy Melts swap in chocolate chips if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil any neutral oil will do.
  • 1 cup Green Candy Melts optional for leaves; melted chocolate can work.
For the Decoration
  • ½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips perfect for crafting cute eyes.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Parchment-lined baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Workspace: Clear and clean your kitchen counter and gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Mix Peanut Butter Mixture: In a bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, and blend until smooth.
  3. Add Rice Cereal: Gently fold in crispy rice cereal until fully coated.
  4. Form Pumpkins: Scoop 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls. Place on a baking sheet.
  5. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes until firm.
  6. Melt Candy Coating: In a bowl, combine orange candy melts and vegetable oil; microwave until smooth.
  7. Coat Pumpkins: Dip each chilled ball into the warm candy coating, shaking off excess.
  8. Add Decoration: Press mini chocolate chips into the coated balls for eyes.
  9. Set: Let the pumpkins sit at room temperature until the coating hardens, about 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pumpkinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 70mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the refrigerator or freeze for longer storage.

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