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Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies

5 from 1 vote
If you're a peanut butter and chocolate lover like me, get ready to meet your new holiday obsession!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 48 Balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups creamy OR crunchy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 16 oz chocolate candy coating
Toppings:
  • chopped peanuts
  • sprinkles
  • extra rice crispies

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter and butter until smooth. Beat in the vanilla.
  2. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until fully combined and a dough forms. Fold in the rice krispies.
  3. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and chill for 30 minutes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Melt the chocolate coating according to package directions. Dip or drizzle the chilled peanut butter balls completely in chocolate.
  5. Optionally decorate with crushed peanuts, sprinkles, extra rice crispies, etc. Let chocolate set completely before serving.
  6. Store at room temp for up to 2 weeks, refrigerated for up to 1 month, or frozen for up to 3 months.

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