Description
Delicious no-bake Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies, coated in smooth semi-sweet chocolate. These bite-sized treats combine creamy peanut butter, crispy cereal, and a rich chocolate coating for an irresistible snack or dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Ball Mixture
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Chocolate Coating
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or shortening)
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring the butter is well incorporated.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, stirring continuously until all sugar is fully incorporated and the mixture thickens.
- Fold in Rice Krispies: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, taking care not to crush the cereal to maintain the desired crunch and evenly distribute throughout the mixture.
- Form the Balls: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them between your hands into uniform balls. Place these peanut butter balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy handling.
- Chill to Firm Up: Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for at least 30 minutes so they can firm up and hold their shape during coating.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate is completely smooth and runny.
- Dip Peanut Butter Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off before placing them back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Set the Coating: Chill the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes or until the chocolate hardens and sets firmly.
- Store Properly: Keep the finished peanut butter balls stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture; chunky peanut butter will change the consistency.
- Ensure the butter is softened to blend easily with the peanut butter.
- Be gentle folding in Rice Krispies to keep the cereal crispy.
- Refrigerate thoroughly before dipping to prevent the balls from breaking apart in chocolate.
- You can substitute coconut oil with shortening or vegetable oil if preferred.
- For a different flavor, try using milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips for coating.
- Store these treats refrigerated; they can last up to two weeks when properly sealed.
- Allow the chocolate to fully set before stacking the peanut butter balls to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
