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Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter (not natural/oily)
  • ¼ cup (½ stick / 55g) unsalted butter
  • 1½ cups (120g) powdered sugar
  • 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1½ cups (255g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (for coating)
  • Optional: flaky sea salt or crushed peanuts for topping

Instructions

  1. Make base: In a large bowl, melt peanut butter and butter together (microwave 30–60 sec or stovetop). Stir until smooth.
  2. Sweeten & crisp: Add powdered sugar; mix until combined. Fold in Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
  3. Chill: Refrigerate mixture 15–20 minutes to firm up (easier to roll).
  4. Roll: Scoop ~1 tbsp portions; roll into balls. Place on parchment-lined tray. Freeze 10 minutes.
  5. Coat: Melt chocolate chips (microwave in 30-sec bursts, stirring between). Dip each ball using a fork or spoon, tapping off excess. Place back on tray.
  6. Finish: Sprinkle with sea salt or crushed peanuts if desired. Chill 15–20 minutes until set.
💡 Pro Tips:
– Use classic peanut butter (like Jif or Skippy)—natural varieties can make the mixture oily.
– For gluten-free: Use certified GF Rice Krispies (or similar crispy rice cereal).
– Store in an airtight container at room temp (cool place) up to 1 week, or fridge up to 2 weeks.

Prep Time & Nutrition (per ball, makes 24):

Prep Time: 20 min (+ chilling) | Total Time: 45 min
Servings: 24 | Calories: 110 | Net Carbs: 10g | Fats: 7g | Protein: 3g