Description
These Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies are a delightful no-bake dessert perfect for any occasion. Creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and crispy cereal are combined to create a sweet and crunchy treat, dipped in luscious chocolate for a decadent finish.
Ingredients
For the Peanut Butter Balls:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups Rice Krispies cereal
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate)
Instructions
- Mix Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add Sugar and Cereal: Gradually mix in powdered sugar, then gently fold in Rice Krispies until coated.
- Form Balls: Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill: Refrigerate balls for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in intervals.
- Dip and Coat: Dip balls into melted chocolate, then chill until set.
Notes
- Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
- For added crunch, use crunchy peanut butter or mix in chopped peanuts.
