Crispy Peanut Butter Balls
Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet, crunchy, and chocolatey with these irresistible Crispy Peanut Butter Balls! This no-bake treat features a rich blend of creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and a hint of butter for a melt-in-your-mouth texture, balanced by the satisfying crunch of crispy rice cereal. Each ball is generously coated in a silky layer of semisweet chocolate, creating a decadent dessert that's as easy to make as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, these bite-sized delights are perfect for parties, holiday platters, or a simple sweet snack. Plus, they're easily customizable—add a hint of coconut oil to your chocolate for an extra glossy finish! Make a batch today and savor the creamy, crunchy goodness of these homemade chocolate peanut butter treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and softened butter. Use a spatula or hand mixer to blend until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the crispy rice cereal. Mix gently but thoroughly to ensure the cereal is evenly distributed without crushing it too much.
Using your hands, scoop out small amounts of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon) and roll them into smooth balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Once all the balls are shaped, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes to allow the balls to firm up.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval until smooth and fully melted.
Using a fork or candy-dipping tool, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is evenly coated. Let the excess chocolate drip off before placing it back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Repeat the dipping process for all the peanut butter balls, then refrigerate them for 15-20 minutes or until the chocolate coating has fully set.
Once the chocolate is firm, transfer the crispy peanut butter balls to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 239.0 g | 306% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.0 g | 470% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2569 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 607.5 g | 221% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.8 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 358.3 g | ||
| Protein | 91.7 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 41.4 mg | 230% | |
| Potassium | 2537 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
