Description
Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies are a delightful no-bake treat that melds the creamy richness of peanut butter with the satisfying crunch of rice krispies. Perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to everyday snacks, these sweet bites are not just easy to make but also customizable. Kids can join in on the fun, making it an enjoyable kitchen activity for the whole family. With a sprinkle of creativity, you can add toppings like nuts or sprinkles to take these treats to the next level. Indulge in this delicious recipe that promises to impress everyone at your next celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy no-stir peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 ½ cups rice krispies cereal
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips (or melting wafers)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and melted butter using a stand or hand mixer until smooth.
- Gently fold in the rice krispies until evenly mixed.
- Add powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion out the mixture and roll into balls.
- Chill the formed balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and dip each ball until fully coated.
- Return dipped balls to the parchment-lined sheet and chill again until chocolate firms up.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg