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Rice Krispies Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

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This recipe for Rice Krispies Peanut Butter Balls combines creamy peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and crispy Rice Krispies cereal to create a sweet and crunchy treat. Coated in rich dark chocolate, these no-bake peanut butter balls are perfect for dessert or a special snack that’s easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Mixture

  • 1½ cups creamy peanut butter (Peter Pan brand)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar

Additional Ingredients

  • 2½ cups Rice Krispies cereal, lightly crushed
  • 20 ounces dark chocolate melting discs

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and melted unsalted butter. Stir thoroughly until smooth and well incorporated.
  2. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, stirring continuously to create a thick, dough-like consistency that is easy to shape.
  3. Mix in Rice Krispies: Gently fold in the lightly crushed Rice Krispies cereal until evenly distributed throughout the peanut butter mixture, ensuring a crunchy texture.
  4. Shape the Balls: Using your hands, shape the mixture into small, bite-sized balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place the shaped balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Chill the Balls: Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for about 30 minutes to firm them up and make them easier to dip in chocolate.
  6. Melt the Chocolate: While the balls chill, melt the dark chocolate melting discs using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals, stirring frequently until smooth.
  7. Dip the Balls in Chocolate: Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each peanut butter ball fully in the melted dark chocolate. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing the coated ball back onto the parchment paper.
  8. Set the Coating: Once all balls are coated, place the baking sheet back in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the chocolate harden and set completely.
  9. Serve and Store: Enjoy the Rice Krispies Peanut Butter Balls chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

  • Lightly crushing the Rice Krispies ensures the balls hold together better without losing too much crunch.
  • Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture; chunky peanut butter can make shaping more difficult.
  • If preferred, substitute dark chocolate with milk or white chocolate melting discs.
  • To save time, the balls can be formed and frozen before dipping, which helps the chocolate set faster.
  • These treats are great for parties, holidays, or as a quick homemade dessert.

Keywords: Rice Krispies, Peanut Butter Balls, No-Bake Dessert, Chocolate Coated Treats, Easy Snack

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