Remember that time when I made you Skinny Caramel Truffles? I surprised you all with my secret ingredient. That was fun 😉
Well, today I am at it again. This time though, I am using peanut butter. I know! Now you may be thinking: How are these skinny? Doesn’t peanut butter have a lot of calories? My answer? Yes. But if you are using good peanut butter it is actually healthy! Full of protein and fiber! They are good calories, so there’s no guilt, mmmkay?
The sweetness in these truffles comes from a banana – NO SUGAR, so these are practically a meal. A healthy meal!
Protein: check.
Carbs from Fruit: check.
Healthy Fat: check
Cuteness from Sprinkles: check. Oh, wait…
Skinny Peanut Butter Truffles
by: Back For Seconds
- 1 cup finely ground Fiber One cereal
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2-1 ripe banana
- 12 oz dark, milk, or white chocolate
- sprinkles (optional)
In a food processor grind the cereal as finely as possible. Add in the peanut butter and 1/2 banana and pulse until it all comes together. If it seems a bit dry add in more banana. I did not add any sugar and me and my 3 year old could not stop eating the “dough”. If you want it sweeter go ahead and add a little sugar – just keep in mind you are dunking them in chocolate, so they will get a little more sweetness from that. Roll the dough into balls and lay them on a cookie sheet. Freeze for about 30 minutes. Melt chocolate and dunk each truffle completely. Scoop them out of the chocolate with a fork and tap it on the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Add sprinkles immediately. Store at room temperature for up to 24 hours. Refrigerate or freeze for longer shelf life. Best served at room temp!
Meg says
Is the 1 cup measurement of Fiber One BEFORE or AFTER grinding? Thanks
Stephanie Brubaker says
Before, sorry about that. Enjoy!
Megan says
Cereal in Canada is CRAZY expensive…what would you substitute for the Fiber One cereal that is cheaper but still tasty and low-calorie?
Stephanie says
Aw bummer! I’m not sure what to suggest that isn’t cereal…How about reduced fat graham crackers? I don’t know how those price in Canada, and I haven’t tried them in this recipe, but I would think they would work! Let me know if you try them 🙂
laurie says
do you know what the nutritional value is on these?
Erin says
They look delicious AND pretty! I thought they’d be a little complicated to make, but it sounds pretty easy.
dotty says
these look DELICIOUS!
p.s. i just found your blog through the wonderful wednesday weekly link party and i’m your blog’s newest follower!
dash dot dotty
Dawn says
OK I’m in love. Skinny PB truffles…who would have thought that was possible? Pinning these to try soon.
Sarah Carletti says
Love it!
Mo 'Betta says
We loved the caramel truffles, so I need to try these with a peanut butter replacement (allergies!)
Mel says
oh yum, that’s fantastic!
Lindsay says
Hi! This looks absolutely delicious! I found you at the Six Sisters’ Link party and would love for you to share them at my link party at http://mommyssweetconfessions.blogspot.com/2012/09/sweet-confessions-sunday-link-party-6.html . See you at the party!
Laurzie Mack says
They look amazing
Stacia Liechty says
Thank you so much for this recipe! I am trying my darndest to lost my baby weight, but am dying for some dang sweets! I must give these a try! Thanks so much!
Stacia@http://feathersandsunshine.blogspot.com
Angie Church says
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Shanda Pulse says
I am trying these tonight righ now as we speak! Yay they look delicious. I can’t wait to dunk them and eat one. My only issue I had was they were very oily as I was rolling them into the balls. My thoughts… maybe I spun them to much in the processor trying to get the banana to mix? Anyway, SIMPLY BRILLIANT IDEA!!!!
Shanda Pulse says
Making these right now! The peanut butter mix was so simple! They are currently in the freezer awaiting chocolate. Can’t wait to taste them with the chocolate. I noticed as I was rolling them into balls, a lot of oil was coming out of the peanut butter. I think I may have spun them in the processor too much??? But they still taste great (so far without the chocolate) can’t wait for the finished product!
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Annie One Can Cook! says
Ooh chocolate and peanut butter dessert that isn’t too bad for me? I’m definitely sold! Thanks for sharing–I look forward to making these 🙂
I’m your newest follower and would love for you to follow me! Have a wonderful weekend!
Annie
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SusieQTpies says
Thanks for the idea. You make it sound so easy! I dont’ think that I could eat just ONE of these!
If you have time, I’d love for you to come share your post in the Mommy Club. It is a good mommy solution/resource!
Thanks and have a great weekend,
Crystal
http://www.crystalandcomp.com/2012/09/the-mommy-club-share-your-resources-and-solutions-60/
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction says
Love these! Pinned!
Mercedes says
I love this skinny version of such a yummy snack!
Tanya-Lemonsforlulu.com says
Ha!! It wouldn’t have occurred to try the cereal for peanut butter truffles, but it’s a fantastic idea!! Now I can eat a lot of these and not feel guilty! Yahoo!
Winnie says
These are SUPER !
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I love this! Like, SOOOOO much. Totally pinned.
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel says
Holy cow, I think I love you. No, wait, I REALLY love you. Skinny PB Truffles? Is this real life?! That means I can eat a bunch and it’s like, health food. Perfect 🙂