Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate Rice Krispies

Why Make This Recipe

If you’re looking for a quick and easy treat that doesn’t require baking, these Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate Rice Krispies are perfect. They’re simple to make, and you don’t need any special equipment—just a bowl, a spoon, and a microwave. Even kids can help make these fun and tasty treats!

These sweet peanut butter balls are chewy, crunchy, and full of chocolatey goodness. The combination of creamy peanut butter and crispy rice cereal makes them extra special. Then, when you dip them in melted chocolate, they turn into bite-sized desserts everyone will love.

They’re great for holidays, parties, or just to enjoy with your afternoon coffee. You can even store them in the fridge and grab one whenever you want a little sweet snack. It’s one of those no-fail recipes that always tastes great.

How to Make Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate Rice Krispies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons shortening

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Add the powdered sugar and stir well.
3. Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until everything is mixed.
4. Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
5. Chill the balls in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and shortening together. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until fully melted.
7. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, then place it back on the wax paper.
8. Let the chocolate set completely before serving. Keep the balls in the fridge until ready to enjoy.