Description
These Christmas Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls are a delightful holiday treat that combines the classic flavors of chocolate, peanut butter, and crispy cereal. Easy to make and perfect for gifting or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Decorating:
- festive sprinkles or crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Melt Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter together, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Combine: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt until fully combined.
- Add Cereal: Fold in the Rice Krispies cereal and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Form Balls: Let the mixture cool slightly until firm, then scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls.
- Decorate: While still warm, roll the balls in sprinkles or crushed peppermint candies.
- Chill: Place on a tray lined with parchment paper, refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use white chocolate chips or drizzle with melted chocolate for variety.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer.
- Great for gifting or cookie exchanges!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
