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Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Balls

A nostalgic and easy-to-make treat featuring creamy peanut butter and chocolate, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the peanut butter mixture
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
For coating
  • 12 ounces melting chocolate (wafers or bars)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, blend the creamy peanut butter and melted salted butter until smooth and well combined using a handheld mixer or a sturdy rubber spatula.
  2. Gently stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.
  3. Add the powdered sugar and mix thoroughly to form a firm, cohesive mixture.
  4. Line a cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper.
  5. Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the peanut butter mixture and roll them into balls about the size of a walnut.
  6. Place the balls onto the lined cookie sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Coating
  1. Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until completely smooth.
  2. Dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate to fully coat it.
  3. Place the coated balls back onto the lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes or until the chocolate is set.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Let thaw in the refrigerator when ready to enjoy.