Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies
Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies are no-bake, bite-sized treats made with creamy peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, and chocolate coating. They’re easy to make and perfect for holidays, parties, or an anytime sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 30 balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually stir in powdered sugar until well combined.
- Add Rice Krispies cereal and mix gently until evenly coated.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into melted chocolate, coating completely. Place back on the parchment-lined sheet.
- Chill again until chocolate is set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Decorate with sprinkles or a white chocolate drizzle for a festive touch.
- Store in fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
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