Description
Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies are crunchy, chewy, and delightfully sweet no-bake treats made from creamy peanut butter, crispy Rice Krispies cereal, and a hint of sweetness. These bite-sized snacks are perfect for quick desserts, parties, or anytime you need a tasty energy boost.
Ingredients
Peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
Rice Krispies cereal
Honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
Powdered sugar (optional, for added sweetness and binding)
Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth and well blended.
- Stir in vanilla extract if using.
- Gradually fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, mixing gently to coat the cereal evenly without crushing it.
- If the mixture feels too sticky, add a little powdered sugar to help bind it.
- Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Place the peanut butter balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- Roll the peanut butter balls in crushed nuts, cocoa powder, or shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Add mini chocolate chips to the mixture for a chocolaty twist.
- Substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter.
- Mix in chia seeds or flaxseeds for added nutrition.
- Use puffed quinoa or other cereals instead of Rice Krispies for different textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
