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Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies Recipe

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  • Author: Rafael
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 peanut butter balls 1x

Description

Delightful Peanut Butter Balls made with creamy no-stir peanut butter, crispy Rice Krispies cereal, and a sweet coating of melted semi-sweet chocolate. These no-bake treats are easy to prepare and perfect for snacking or sharing at gatherings. The combination of crunchy cereal and smooth chocolate-covered peanut butter centers offers a satisfying texture and flavor.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Mixture

  • 1 cup creamy no stir peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 ½ cups Rice Krispies cereal

Chocolate Coating

  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips or chocolate melting wafers

Instructions

  1. Combine Peanut Butter and Butter: Use a KitchenAid mixer or hand mixer to blend the peanut butter and melted salted butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add Rice Krispies: Stir in the Rice Krispies cereal gently until all the cereal is evenly coated and combined with the peanut butter mixture.
  3. Mix in Powdered Sugar: Add the powdered sugar to the mixture and continue mixing until combined. It will become thick and harder to mix.
  4. Finish Mixing by Hand: When the mixture becomes too solid for the mixer, use a rubber spatula to thoroughly combine and scrape the sides of the bowl.
  5. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  6. Form Peanut Butter Balls: Use a cookie scoop to drop portions of the mixture onto the parchment paper, then roll each portion into a ball shape with your hands.
  7. Chill the Balls: Place the formed peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up, making them easier to dip in chocolate.
  8. Melt Chocolate: Heat the chocolate chips or melting wafers in the microwave in short bursts, stirring regularly until smooth and fully melted.
  9. Dip Balls in Chocolate: Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each peanut butter ball thoroughly with melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, then place back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  10. Chill Until Firm: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls until the chocolate sets and hardens, ensuring a crisp shell around the peanut butter center.
  11. Store Properly: Keep any leftover peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days, or freeze them for longer storage up to several weeks.

Notes

  • For firmer balls, chill the mixture longer before shaping.
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal and to prevent sticking.
  • Substitute dark chocolate or milk chocolate chips to vary flavor.
  • If using a microwave, heat chocolate in 15-20 second intervals, stirring in between to avoid burning.
  • These treats are best enjoyed within a week when refrigerated.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (for melting chocolate)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Peanut Butter Balls, Rice Krispies Treats, No Bake Dessert, Chocolate Covered Snacks, Easy Peanut Butter Recipe

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