Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Peanut Butter Rice Crispy Balls are like bites of pure joy – crunchy, peanut buttery goodness hugged by a smooth chocolate coating, perfect for a festive snack that everyone will devour at Christmas!
Ingredients
- 4 cups rice cereal
- 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces dark chocolate
Instructions
- In a large bowl, blend 4 cups of rice cereal, 1 cup of peanut butter, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt until thoroughly combined.
- Take a quarter sized portion of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls, placing them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Allow the peanut butter rice crispy balls to chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, helping them firm up.
- Place 8 ounces of dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Dip the chilled peanut butter rice crispy balls into the melted dark chocolate, ensuring an even coating. Place them back on the parchment-lined tray.
- Allow the dark chocolate coating to set. Expedite the process by placing the tray back in the refrigerator for approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Once the chocolate has set, your Peanut Butter Rice Crispy Balls, adorned with a dark chocolate twist, are ready to be savored. Share them during the holidays for a delightful treat that's both easy and indulgent.
Notes
Tips:
- Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to your sweetness preference.
- Feel free to add crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or any desired toppings to the chocolate coating.
- Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for lasting freshness.
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