Description
Delicious no-bake Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies are a perfect sweet treat combining creamy peanut butter, crunchy cereal, and a smooth chocolate coating. These bite-sized snacks are easy to make, require no cooking, and are ideal for satisfying your chocolate and peanut butter cravings.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Balls
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup butter (softened)
- 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 paper or waxed paper to prevent the peanut butter balls from sticking during chilling.
- Make the peanut butter mixture: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and well combined. Then, gently fold in the slightly crushed Rice Krispies cereal until everything is evenly mixed.
- Shape into balls: Form the mixture into small, bite-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate these balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up and set.
- Melt the chocolate: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable shortening. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 20-second intervals, stirring well after each interval until the chocolate mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Coat the peanut butter balls: Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Place the coated balls back onto the baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill until set: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls until the chocolate is firm and set, approximately 15-20 minutes, then enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the Rice Krispies cereal is only slightly crushed for texture—avoid pulverizing it to flour.
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth consistency; chunky peanut butter may alter the texture.
- The vegetable shortening in the chocolate helps create a glossy finish and smooth coating.
- Store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For variation, try using dark chocolate chips or white chocolate for coating.
