Description
These Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate Rice Krispies are an easy, no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter, crunchy Rice Krispies cereal, and a smooth chocolate coating. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack, these bite-sized delights offer a satisfying mix of sweet, salty, and crunchy textures.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Chocolate Coating
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (optional, to smooth the chocolate)
Instructions
- Mix Peanut Butter and Butter: In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter and softened butter. Stir thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring an even base for the peanut butter balls.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar into the peanut butter mixture. Stir continuously until fully combined and the mixture thickens, creating a dough-like consistency.
- Fold in Rice Krispies: Gently fold the Rice Krispies cereal into the peanut butter mixture. Mix until the cereal is evenly coated, preserving the cereal’s crunchy texture.
- Form Balls: Using your hands or a spoon, shape the mixture into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place each ball onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to prepare for dipping.
- Melt Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the semisweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil (if using) in the microwave. Heat in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Dip Peanut Butter Balls: Carefully dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is completely covered. Return the dipped balls to the parchment-lined sheet, maintaining their shape.
- Refrigerate: Chill the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour. This allows the chocolate to solidify and the treats to firm up for easy handling.
- Serve: Once set, serve and enjoy these crunchy, chocolate-covered peanut butter balls as a delightful snack or dessert.
Notes
- Use creamy or crunchy peanut butter according to preference for texture variation.
- Vegetable oil in the chocolate helps achieve a smoother coating but is optional.
- For easier melting, microwave the chocolate chips in short bursts and stir well to avoid burning.
- Store leftover peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Can be customized by using different cereal varieties or dipping chocolates.
