Crispy Rice Fruit Balls
Say hello to a bite-sized treat bursting with flavor and texture: Crispy Rice Fruit Balls! These no-bake delights combine the crunch of crispy rice cereal with the sweet chewiness of dried cranberries and apricots, all held together by a luscious honey-vanilla marshmallow coating. Perfectly portable and irresistibly fun to make, they’re effortlessly shaped into snackable balls and can be finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra-special touch. Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish, these fruity, crispy bites are a crowd-pleasing dessert, lunchbox snack, or party treat that’s as easy to make as they are to love. Perfect for those seeking a quick, kid-friendly recipe that doesn’t compromise on flavor or flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Crispy rice cereal
- 0.5 cups Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cups Dried apricots
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Prepare a large mixing bowl and lightly grease your hands or a cookie scoop to prevent the mixture from sticking.
Chop the dried cranberries and dried apricots into small pieces so they're evenly distributed throughout the balls.
In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the honey and vanilla extract until well combined.
Quickly pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the crispy rice cereal in the mixing bowl. Add the chopped dried cranberries and apricots, and fold everything together gently but thoroughly using a rubber spatula.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 2-3 minutes, but not completely, as it should still be pliable for shaping.
Using your greased hands or a cookie scoop, take small portions of the mixture (about 2 tablespoons each) and roll them into firm, evenly sized balls.
If desired, roll the formed balls lightly in powdered sugar for a decorative touch and added sweetness.
Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or tray to set for 10-15 minutes.
Once set, serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2392 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 568.8 g | 207% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 226.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 44.4 mg | 247% | |
| Potassium | 860 mg | 18% | |
*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.
