Rice Krispie Peanut Butter Balls:
Ingredients:
– 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted for dipping
– Optional: Sprinkles or crushed peanuts for decoration
Directions:
1. Mixing: In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Krispies, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is thoroughly combined and sticks together.
2. Shaping: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Chill: Refrigerate the balls for 30 minutes to firm them up.
4. Chocolate Coating: Once chilled, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, using a fork to ensure even coating. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing them back on the baking sheet.
5. Optional Decoration: If desired, immediately sprinkle decorative sprinkles or crushed peanuts over the chocolate-coated balls while the chocolate is still wet.
6. Final Chill: Refrigerate the balls for another 30 minutes or until the chocolate has set.
7. Serving: Serve the chilled or at room temperature for a delightful sweet and crunchy treat!
**Prep Time:** 15 minutes | **Chilling Time:** 1 hour | **Total Time:** 1 hour 15 minutes
**Calories:** 150 kcal per ball | **Servings:** 20 balls