Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies combine creamy peanut butter, crunchy cereal, and sweet powdered sugar, all coated in smooth semi-sweet chocolate. These no-bake treats are perfect for snacks, parties, or dessert cravings and can be stored for days or frozen for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 peanut butter balls 1x
- Category: No-Bake Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy no stir peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 ½ cups Rice Krispies cereal
Chocolate Coating
- 12 oz semi sweet chocolate chips or chocolate melting wafers
Instructions
- Combine Peanut Butter and Butter: Use a KitchenAid or hand mixer to thoroughly mix the creamy peanut butter and melted salted butter until smooth and well combined.
- Add Rice Krispies: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until the mixture is evenly combined, ensuring the cereal stays crunchy.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix to combine. When the mixture grows too thick for the mixer, continue mixing by hand with a rubber spatula until fully blended.
- Shape the Balls: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a cookie scoop or your hands to form the mixture into even-sized balls and place them on the parchment-lined sheet.
- Chill the Balls: Place the peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up, making them easier to dip in chocolate.
- Melt the Chocolate: Microwave the semi-sweet chocolate chips in short intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Dip Peanut Butter Balls: Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Return the dipped balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Set and Store: Chill the chocolate-coated balls until the chocolate is firm. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or in the freezer for several weeks.
Notes
- Use no-stir peanut butter for easier mixing and a creamy texture.
- Adjust the powdered sugar amount if you prefer a less sweet or firmer ball.
- Chocolate dipping can be double-coated for a thicker shell; just let the first coat set before dipping again.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent the chocolate from blooming.
- For dairy-free options, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
Keywords: Peanut Butter Balls, Rice Krispies treats, no-bake dessert, chocolate dipped snacks, peanut butter snacks, easy dessert
