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Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies Recipe

Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies Recipe
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These Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies are a delightful no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter, crispy cereal, and a rich chocolate coating. Perfect for snack time or parties, they offer a sweet, crunchy, and chocolaty bite-sized dessert that’s easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Balls

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 jar (16oz/454g) creamy peanut butter
  • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Chocolate Coating

  • 15 ounces Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Mix Butter and Peanut Butter: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the room temperature butter and creamy peanut butter until the mixture is completely smooth and lump-free.
  3. Add Powdered Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined; then gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal to maintain its crunch.
  4. Form Peanut Butter Balls: Using a small cookie scoop, place scoops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
  5. Shape the Balls: Remove from the fridge and roll each scoop between your hands to create smooth balls. For easier dipping, freeze the balls for an additional 10 minutes to harden.
  6. Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the Ghirardelli dark chocolate wafers at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each to prevent burning until smooth.
  7. Dip the Peanut Butter Balls: In small batches (about six at a time), dip each ball fully into the melted chocolate coating. Use a fork to lift them out and tap off any excess chocolate by gently tapping the fork against the bowl’s edge.
  8. Set the Coating: Place the dipped balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and let the chocolate coating set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
  9. Optional Chocolate Drizzle: After the chocolate coating has set, you can drizzle additional melted chocolate over the balls for a decorative finish.

Notes

  • For easier handling, keep the peanut butter balls refrigerated until ready to dip.
  • If you prefer a different type of chocolate, semi-sweet or milk chocolate wafers can be substituted.
  • Ensure the powdered sugar is sifted to avoid lumps in the mixture.
  • Store the finished peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Freezing the balls before dipping makes the coating process cleaner and easier.

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Keywords: peanut butter balls, no-bake dessert, Rice Krispies treats, chocolate coated snacks, easy party desserts

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