Time: 3 hours                   Servings: 36 peanut butter balls.

This recipe introduces an American dessert that people from different ages enjoy. My kids, my parents and I love to have them. I like to serve them after a meal, for a midday snack or with a beverage that I like. (Hot or cold) They are also great if you would like to gift them for someone. For example, if you would like to welcome your new neighbor.

 

These peanut butter balls are like little drops from heaven. They taste marvelously and you can’t get enough of them. They are made with 6 ingredients that you can find available in every store. Each ingredient has an important role and contributes greatly to the magnificent taste of these balls. Whether you choose crunchy or creamy peanut butter, the taste will remain the same. You can choose any brand that you prefer. For butter, it makes the texture of these balls creamier and buttery. Powdered sugar adds special sweetness to the mixture. The cereal adds crunchiness to the inside of these sweets to balance out the texture. Additionally, the semi-sweet chocolate chips coat the peanut butter balls from the outside. They are not too sweet which makes this treat fairly sweet. (the perfect amount)

 

Although it takes a little bit of time to have it, it is definitely worth the wait. These peanut butter balls with Rice Krispies are made in 1 hour only. The rest of the time is for it to chill. The more it stays in the fridge the better. This recipe is very simple to put together. You can even have your kids help you form the balls. It would be a great family time.  I recommend that you try making this treat for you and your loved ones. Pamper yourself and the people you care about.

 

P.S: For nutrition details, check the end of our article.

 

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup of peanut butter
• ¼ cup of softened butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups of Rice Krispies cereal
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable shortening (soft)

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Line parchment paper in a cookie sheet.
2. Mix together peanut butter, butter and powdered together in a large bowl until you have a well-combined creamy paste.
3. Add in the cereal and stir to incorporate it in the creamy peanut butter mixture.
4. Take a little bit of the mixture and shape it into balls. Put it in a cookie sheet.
5. Put the sheet in the fridge to chill for at least 30 minutes.
6. To melt the chocolate, add shortening and chocolate chips in a large microwave safe bowl.
7. Melt for 1 minute. Then, stir.
8. Place it back in the microwave to heat for 20 to 30 seconds. Take it out again and stir. Repeat this process until the chocolate melts completely.
9. Take the peanut butter balls from the refrigerator and dip them in the melted chocolate.
10. When they are fully coated with chocolate, plate them back on the cookie sheet until they become firm.
11. Place them back in the fridge until you are ready to serve.

 

Notes:

• If you do not want to use the microwave to melt the chocolate or if you do not have it, you can use a double boiler. Boil water in a pot. Then, place a heat-safe bowl in it. Add in your chocolate to the bowl and continue stirring until it melts completely.
• If you do not want to use Rice Krispies cereal, you can choose another brand.
• Make sure to crush the cereals slightly not to dusty and not in their original size (in-between)

 

How to serve?

You can serve in a bowl or a candy dish.

 

 

How to store?

Put them in an airtight container in the fridge to be stored for weeks. If you want them to stay longer (for months), put them in an airtight container in the freezer.

 

Nutrition Facts:

For each serving (1 gram):

Calories: 124kcal · Carbohydrates: 12g · Protein: 2g · Fat: 8g · Saturated Fat: 4g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g · Cholesterol: 4mg · Sodium: 53mg · Fiber: 1g · Sugar: 9g