Rice Krispie Peanut Butter Balls

To begin, gather your ingredients and a large mixing bowl.

Combine the Dry Ingredients: Add the Rice Krispies cereal, powdered sugar, and melted butter to the bowl.
Add the Peanut Butter: Spoon in the creamy peanut butter, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.

1. Stir Until Combined: Use a spatula or spoon to mix everything together thoroughly. The mixture should stick together and form a dough-like consistency.

Shaping the Balls:

Now comes the fun part – shaping the mixture into bite-sized balls!

1. Prepare Your Workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. Scoop and Roll: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them between your palms to form round balls.
3. Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.

Chilling:

Pop the baking sheet into the refrigerator to allow the balls to firm up.

1. Refrigerate: Let the balls chill for at least 30 minutes. This will help them hold their shape when dipped in chocolate.

Dipping in Chocolate:

Time to add a delicious chocolatey coating to our peanut butter balls!

1. Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in short intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
2. Dip the Balls: Using a fork, carefully dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated.
3. Shake off Excess: Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the dipped balls back onto the baking sheet.

Decoration (Optional):

For an extra touch of flair, consider adding decorative toppings to your chocolate-covered balls.

1. Sprinkle Away: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle your choice of sprinkles or crushed peanuts over the top of each ball.

Final Refrigeration:

Once decorated, return the baking sheet to the refrigerator to set the chocolate coating.

1. Chill Again: Let the balls refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has hardened.

Serving:

Now that your Rice Krispie Peanut Butter Balls are ready, it’s time to enjoy!

1. Serve and Indulge: These delectable treats can be served chilled straight from the fridge or at room temperature for a delightful crunch with every bite.