Description
Rice Crispy Peanut Butter Balls are a delicious no-bake treat combining the crunch of Rice Krispies cereal with the creamy richness of peanut butter and sweetness from corn syrup and powdered sugar. These easy-to-make snacks are perfect for a quick dessert or party treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup chunky peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Mix syrup and sugar: In a large saucepan, stir together the corn syrup and powdered sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Add peanut butter and vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the peanut butter and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine with cereal: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until it is evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.
- Form balls: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto silicone mats or waxed paper. Allow them to cool slightly, then roll each spoonful into balls with your hands.
Notes
- Using chunky peanut butter adds extra texture, but smooth peanut butter can be used as an alternative.
- Make sure to work quickly when forming balls as the mixture will harden as it cools.
- Store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For a chocolate variation, drizzle melted chocolate over the balls once formed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: peanut butter balls, rice krispies treats, no bake dessert, easy snack, peanut butter dessert
