Description
Sweet rice crispy peanut butter balls deliver a nostalgic treat with creamy peanut butter and crispy rice cereal. Chocolate coating adds rich indulgence for dessert lovers seeking simple, delightful snacks you can quickly prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peanut butter (chunky)
- 4 cups rice krispies cereal
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Caramelization Stage: Combine corn syrup and powdered sugar in a spacious saucepan, whisking over medium heat until the mixture bubbles vigorously and transforms into a smooth, glossy liquid.
- Flavor Infusion: Remove from heat and swiftly integrate peanut butter and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture achieves a luxurious, uniform texture with rich, aromatic undertones.
- Cereal Integration: Delicately fold Rice Krispies into the peanut butter base, ensuring each crisp kernel becomes thoroughly coated, creating a harmonious blend of creamy and crunchy elements.
- Shaping and Cooling: While the mixture remains warm, tenderly shape spoonfuls into perfect spheres using your palms, then arrange on silicone mats or waxed paper to cool and set.
- Storage and Preservation: Once completely cooled and solidified, transfer the Rice Crispy Peanut Butter Balls to an airtight container, where they will retain their irresistible texture and remain fresh for up to a week, ready to satisfy spontaneous sweet cravings.
Notes
- Manage Heat Carefully: Watch the corn syrup and powdered sugar closely during boiling to prevent burning or scorching, which can ruin the entire batch’s flavor and texture.
- Blend Thoroughly: Mix peanut butter and vanilla extract completely to ensure a smooth, consistent coating that evenly distributes flavor throughout the Rice Crispy balls.
- Roll with Precision: Use slightly damp hands when shaping balls to prevent sticking and create uniform, professional-looking treats that hold their shape perfectly.
- Storage Strategy: Keep the Rice Crispy Peanut Butter Balls in a cool, dry place to maintain their crisp texture and prevent them from becoming soggy or losing their delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 68 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg