Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies Recipe
Delicious no-bake Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies coated in smooth semi-sweet chocolate make a perfect sweet treat. These easy-to-make snacks combine creamy peanut butter, crunchy cereal, and a rich chocolate coating for a satisfying bite-sized dessert that’s great for parties, lunchboxes, or a quick indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (chocolate melting and dipping)
- Total Time: 55 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: Approximately 24 peanut butter balls
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Base
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 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 base mixture. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and combined. Stir in the slightly crushed Rice Krispies cereal, folding gently until the mixture is evenly blended.
- Form and chill the balls. Shape the mixture into small, bite-sized balls and place them evenly spaced on the prepared cookie sheet. Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up before dipping.
- Melt the chocolate coating. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable shortening. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir thoroughly. Continue heating in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is almost fully melted. Stir until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
- Dip the peanut butter balls. Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate to fully coat it. Place the coated balls back onto the cookie sheet to set.
- Set and store. Allow the chocolate coating to firm up at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Once set, store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or freeze them for longer storage.
Notes
- Use creamy or crunchy peanut butter depending on your texture preference.
- Ensure the Rice Krispies cereal is only slightly crushed to maintain some crunch.
- Vegetable shortening helps the chocolate coating to harden smoothly and shine.
- Chilling the balls before dipping prevents them from falling apart when coated.
- Store peanut butter balls in the refrigerator to keep them firm or freeze for extended shelf life.
