- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter (for melting the chocolate)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until well combined, creating a smooth, creamy mixture. You can also add a pinch of salt if you prefer a touch of savory balance with your sweetness.
2. Add Rice Krispies and Powdered Sugar:
Next, add the Rice Krispies cereal and powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture. Stir everything together gently, ensuring the Rice Krispies are coated with the peanut butter and sugar mixture. This will create a sweet, crunchy texture that forms the base of your peanut butter balls.
3. Form the Peanut Butter Balls:
Once everything is combined, use your hands or a spoon to scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, about 1-inch in diameter. If you find the mixture too sticky, you can lightly grease your hands or use a piece of wax paper to help with the rolling process. Place each ball onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Chill the Balls:
Once all the balls are rolled, place the baking sheet with the peanut butter balls into the refrigerator for about 20 minutes. This step helps the balls firm up, making them easier to dip in chocolate later.
5. Melt the Chocolate:
