Get ready to experience the ultimate sweet treat that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These No Bake Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls are the perfect combination of creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey goodness that will have everyone begging for your recipe. Imagine a dessert so easy to make, yet so incredibly delicious that it feels like you've discovered a secret culinary treasure. Whether you're a busy parent, a dessert lover, or someone who wants to impress friends with minimal effort, these irresistible balls are about to become your new go-to indulgence!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter and honey. Stir until smooth and well blended, creating a uniform mixture.
- Add crispy rice cereal to the peanut butter and honey mixture. Gently fold and mix until the cereal is completely coated and evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Using clean hands or a cookie scoop, shape the mixture into small round balls approximately 1-inch in diameter. Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet with peanut butter balls in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to help them firm up and maintain their shape.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Remove the peanut butter balls from the refrigerator. Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully roll each ball in the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage.
- Gently tap the fork on the bowl's edge to remove excess chocolate, then place the chocolate-coated ball back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Once all balls are coated, return the baking sheet to the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set completely.
- Store the finished chocolate peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Tips
- Use room temperature peanut butter for easier mixing and a smoother consistency.
- For best results, use a cookie scoop to create uniform-sized balls.
- Chill the balls before coating in chocolate to help them maintain their shape.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- If the mixture is too sticky, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes before forming balls.
- For a fun variation, try rolling the chocolate-covered balls in crushed nuts or sprinkles.
- Make sure to tap off excess chocolate to get a clean, professional-looking finish.
- These balls can be frozen for up to 3 months, making them a great make-ahead dessert.
- For a less sweet version, use dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg
