Description
No-bake chocolate peanut butter balls with a crispy Rice Krispies crunch. Perfect bite-sized treats for holidays, parties, or snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crunchy or creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 to 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips (or preferred chocolate)
- 1 tbsp shortening or coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter and softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar until a thick dough forms.
- Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the balls in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate chips with shortening or coconut oil in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, coating evenly.
- Place coated balls back on the lined sheet and refrigerate until chocolate is set, about 20–30 minutes.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months and thaw before serving. These make excellent holiday gifts or party desserts.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American