Description
These Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies are a delightful no-bake treat that combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with the crunchy texture of Rice Krispies. They are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Mixture:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Additions:
- 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
- Mix Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar until fully mixed.
- Add Rice Krispies: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies until evenly combined.
- Form Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip Balls: Dip each ball in chocolate, then return to the sheet. Chill until set, about 15–20 minutes.
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Drizzle with white chocolate for decorative touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
