Description
Rich chocolate and peanut butter collide in these irresistible no-bake treats that combine crispy rice cereal with creamy filling. Sweet meets salty in a perfect bite-sized snack you’ll devour in moments and crave repeatedly.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 ml) peanut butter (crunchy or creamy)
- ½ cup (114 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (50 grams) crispy rice cereal
- 3–4 cups (340–454 grams) powdered sugar
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating/Topping Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) chocolate candy coating (such as Ghirardelli or almond bark)
- ¼ cup (40 grams) chocolate jimmies or chopped salted peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Gather a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring ample room for combining ingredients smoothly.
- Cream together softened unsalted butter (113 grams or ), smooth peanut butter (236 milliliters or ), and pure vanilla extract until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar (240 grams or ), folding it into the butter mixture in incremental portions to prevent clumping and create a malleable texture.
- Gently fold crispy rice cereal (120 grams or ) into the mixture, using clean hands to ensure even distribution without crushing the delicate cereal grains.
- Meticulously roll the combined mixture into compact, uniform spheres approximately 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) in diameter, positioning each ball carefully on a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the formed balls for 25-35 minutes, or briefly freeze for 15-20 minutes, allowing them to firm up and maintain their shape during the chocolate coating process.
- Melt chocolate coating or chocolate chips (340 grams or ) using a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently to achieve a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Carefully dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, using a fork or specialized dipping tool to ensure complete and even coverage, allowing excess chocolate to drip off gently.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts or chocolate sprinkles over the freshly coated balls for added texture and visual appeal.
- Allow the chocolate-coated balls to rest at room temperature or in a cool environment until the chocolate sets completely, approximately 15-20 minutes.
Notes
- Keep these delectable treats chilled to maintain their perfect texture and prevent melting.
- Store the chocolate peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Freezing works great for longer storage, lasting up to three months when wrapped carefully.
- Avoid leaving the balls at room temperature for extended periods to preserve their shape.
- Separate layers with wax paper when storing to prevent sticking and maintain their beautiful appearance.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg