Here’s a classic Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies recipe—crispy, chocolatey, and irresistible 🍫🥜
Ingredients (Makes ~24 balls)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chocolate melts)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
Instructions
- Mix the Peanut Butter Filling
- In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold in Rice Krispies cereal until evenly combined.
- Form the Balls
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, form mixture into small balls (about 1 inch).
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Coat with Chocolate
- Melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into chocolate, using a fork to coat completely.
- Return to parchment paper.
- Set the Chocolate
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until chocolate hardens.
- Serve
- Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Tips & Variations
- Crunchier: Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy.
- Nutty twist: Roll balls in chopped peanuts after coating in chocolate.
- Flavor boost: Add a pinch of sea salt or a drop of almond extract to the filling.
- Mini version: Make bite-sized balls for parties or lunchbox treats.
If you want, I can also give a no-bake Rice Krispies peanut butter balls version that’s quicker and extra fudgy.
Do you want me to provide that version?
