Description
Delicious no-bake peanut butter balls coated in rich semi-sweet chocolate and crispy Rice Krispies cereal, perfect as bite-sized treats for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup softened butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal (slightly crushed)
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Make the peanut butter mixture: In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Mix in Rice Krispies: Gently fold in the slightly crushed Rice Krispies cereal to maintain its crunch and ensure even distribution.
- Shape into balls: Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Melt the chocolate coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable shortening. Heat in 1-minute intervals, stirring after each until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Coat the peanut butter balls: Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is completely coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off before returning the balls to the baking sheet.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls for about 10-15 minutes until the chocolate is firm and set. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure the Rice Krispies are only slightly crushed to preserve their texture.
- Use parchment or wax paper to make removing the balls easy and mess-free.
- Vegetable shortening helps the chocolate coating stay smooth and shiny after it sets.
- Store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a nut-free version, consider using sunflower seed butter and confirming no cross-contamination with nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
