Description
These Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies are a delightful no-bake dessert combining creamy peanut butter, crunchy Rice Krispies, and a smooth chocolate coating. Perfect for quick treats, they offer a sweet and crunchy bite-sized indulgence that’s simple to make and sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir together until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add powdered sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, stirring continuously to ensure it is fully incorporated, creating a thick, dough-like consistency.
- Incorporate Rice Krispies: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture, maintaining their crunch.
- Form the balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer for easy handling.
- Chill the balls: Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for 30 minutes, or until they become firm to the touch for easier coating.
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips along with the optional coconut oil or shortening. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Coat the balls: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is coated completely. Place them back onto the parchment-lined sheet.
- Set the chocolate: Return the coated balls to the refrigerator and chill for 15 to 20 minutes or until the chocolate hardens and sets completely.
Notes
- For a crunchier texture, use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy.
- Store finished peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These treats can be frozen for longer storage; thaw before serving.
