Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Peanut Butter Balls with a crunchy Rice Krispies center, coated in smooth semisweet chocolate. This no-bake treat combines creamy peanut butter and crispy cereal for a perfect bite-sized dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 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, mix the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth and creamy, creating a rich base for the balls.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, stirring continuously until fully combined and the mixture becomes thick enough to shape.
- Fold in Rice Krispies: Gently fold the Rice Krispies cereal into the mixture to evenly coat and incorporate the cereal for crunch.
- Form Balls: Using your hands or a spoon, shape the peanut butter mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy handling.
- Melt Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the semisweet chocolate chips along with the vegetable oil (if using) in the microwave. Stir every 20-30 seconds until the chocolate is smooth and completely melted.
- Dip Peanut Butter Balls: Dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Return the dipped balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the chocolate-covered peanut butter balls for 30 minutes to an hour, or until the chocolate is firm and set.
- Serve: Once the chocolate has set, serve and enjoy these crunchy, chocolate-coated peanut butter treats!
Notes
- You can use either creamy or crunchy peanut butter depending on your texture preference.
- Adding vegetable oil to the chocolate helps create a smoother and shinier coating but is optional.
- Store the peanut butter balls in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate coating firm.
- For a firmer ball, chill the mixture before shaping if the mixture feels too soft.
- These make a great party treat and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
