Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

Chocolate coated peanut butter balls on a parchment lined cookie sheet.

5 from 5 votes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

These easy, no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls are made with just five ingredients! Featuring a crunchy peanut butter and Rice Krispies filling covered in smooth chocolate, they're perfect for Christmas cookie trays, holiday parties, and gifting.

Prep Time15

Chill Time2

Total Time2 15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 271kcal

Author: Kristin Hayes

Equipment

Ingredients

3 cups chunky peanut butter
1 lb powdered sugar
2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
4 tablespoon butter softened (or margarine)
2 lbs melting chocolate or almond bark

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, Rice Krispies cereal, and softened butter until combined. If the mixture is too crumbly to hold together, add a little more peanut butter.
Line a cookie sheet with wax paper. Roll the peanut butter mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared cookie sheet. Refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until firm.
Once chilled, melt a few squares of chocolate at a time in the microwave, stirring between 30-second intervals. Using a fork, roll each peanut butter ball through the melted chocolate twice to coat completely.
Place the coated peanut butter balls back onto the wax paper and refrigerate until the chocolate has hardened.
Once set, transfer to an airtight container and store until ready to serve.

Notes

Peanut Butter: I prefer chunky peanut butter for extra crunch, but creamy works too. Avoid natural peanut butter that separates, as it can affect the consistency.
Chocolate Coating: Almond bark is my favorite for easy dipping, but milk, dark, or white chocolate melting wafers also work. Chocolate chips may create a thicker coating.
Dipping Tip: Make sure the peanut butter balls are fully chilled before dipping. Use a fork to coat them in chocolate and tap off any excess before placing them on wax paper.
Troubleshooting: If the filling is too crumbly, add a little more peanut butter. If it's too sticky to roll, refrigerate for 20-30 minutes or add a little more powdered sugar.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in a cool place for up to 4 days, refrigerate for up to 3 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen balls overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

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