Peanut Butter Pie Balls

Ingredients and Weight:

• Peanut butter - 1 cup (240 grams)
• Butter - ½ cup (120 grams)
• Confectioners sugar - 1 cup (130 grams)
• Cream cheese - 8 oz (225 grams)
• Salt - a pinch
• Graham crackers - 8 sheets, crushed into crumbs for crust
• Chocolate or caramel sauce for dipping (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (including chilling time)
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine peanut butter, butter, and confectioners sugar. Mix well until creamy.
2. Add salt and cream cheese to the mixture and blend thoroughly.
3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least an hour to set.
4. Once chilled, roll the mixture into small ball shapes.
5. Prepare a baking sheet with the crushed Graham cracker crumbs for the crust.
6. Roll each ball in the Graham cracker crumbs to form a crust.
7. Arrange the balls on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
9. Optionally, dip the balls into chocolate or caramel sauce for added flavor and decoration.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: Approximately 400 calories per ball (depending on the added sauce)
• Fat: 22g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture from the peanut butter and cream cheese combination.
• Savory and sweet at the same time with the Graham cracker crust and optional chocolate or caramel dipping.
• A unique twist on traditional pie flavors, perfect for a dessert or snack.

User Comments:

1. "These Peanut Butter Pie Balls were amazing! The combination of flavors was spot on."
2. "I loved the Graham cracker crust, it added a nice crunch to the creamy filling."
3. "The dipping in chocolate sauce was an excellent addition, made these even more decadent."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth mixture.
• When rolling into balls, make sure to roll them well to create a smooth surface for the Graham cracker crust to adhere to.
• You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar during preparation.