Peanut M&M's Recipe
American · Dessert · 40 min total
Homemade peanut M&M's with a crunchy peanut center, smooth milk chocolate coating, and a colorful candy shell. A fun and delicious treat.
30
min prep
min prep
10
min cook
min cook
24
servings
servings
120
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup roasted salted peanuts, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1/2 cup candy melts (white or colored)
- Assorted food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine chopped peanuts, powdered sugar, peanut butter, and honey. Mix until a stiff dough forms.
- Roll the mixture into 1/2-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 15 minutes.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Using a fork or toothpick, dip each peanut ball into the melted chocolate, coating completely. Tap off excess and return to parchment. Refrigerate until set, about 10 minutes.
- To make the candy shell, melt candy melts according to package directions. If using multiple colors, divide and tint with food coloring.
- Using a small spoon, drizzle or paint the colored candy melts over the chocolate-coated candies. Alternatively, dip each candy into the colored coating for a solid shell.
- Place back on parchment and let set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Tips
- For a smoother center, pulse peanuts in a food processor until finely ground.
- Use a toothpick to dip candies for easier coating.
- Customize colors for holidays or occasions.
- Store in a cool, dry place to prevent melting.
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