Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Balls Recipe
Delicious no-bake Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Balls made with crispy rice cereal for a delightful crunch and creamy peanut butter filling, all coated in smooth melted chocolate. Perfect as an easy homemade treat that requires no baking and minimal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 24 peanut butter balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or creamy)
- ¼ cup butter (at room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup crispy rice cereal (Rice Krispies or store brand)
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups chocolate melting wafers (or chocolate chips)
- 1 Tablespoon coconut oil (optional, to thin the chocolate; vegetable oil can also be used)
Instructions
- Prepare Peanut Butter Base: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat until fully incorporated and the mixture is thick and well combined.
- Add Crispy Rice Cereal: Gently fold in the crispy rice cereal into the peanut butter mixture using a spatula, ensuring the cereal is evenly distributed without breaking too much.
- Shape Into Balls: Using a medium cookie scoop or about 1 tablespoon measurement, scoop the mixture and roll it into approximately 1-inch balls. Place the formed balls onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment or wax paper, spacing evenly.
- Chill the Balls: Transfer the tray of peanut butter balls to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up before dipping.
- Melt Chocolate Coating: While the balls chill, combine the chocolate melting wafers and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each session, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Dip the Peanut Butter Balls: Remove the chilled balls from the refrigerator. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, coating it thoroughly. Place the dipped balls back onto the lined baking sheet.
- Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate on the peanut butter balls to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Once set, enjoy the treats immediately or store them in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use creamy or smooth peanut butter for the best texture.
- To make the chocolate coating easier to work with, you can add coconut oil or vegetable oil to thin it out.
- Store the peanut butter balls in the refrigerator to keep them firm and fresh.
- You can substitute the crispy rice cereal with gluten-free rice cereal to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Use wax paper or parchment paper to prevent sticking while chilling and setting.
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