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Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls

  • Author: Chef Sophia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 balls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls are the ultimate no-bake sweet treat crunchy, chocolatey, lightly chewy, and irresistibly delicious. With rich melted chocolate, creamy peanut butter, crisp Rice Krispies cereal, and a dusting of sprinkles or powdered sugar, these bite-size treats come together in minutes and disappear even faster. Perfect for holidays, parties, gift boxes, or late-night chocolate cravings.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups (85 g) Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1 cup (170 g) semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup (130 g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup (56 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
  • Pinch of salt (optional)
  • Sprinkles or powdered sugar, for coating (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cereal:
    Place the Rice Krispies cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. Melt the chocolate mixture:
    In a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter until smooth. Stir until creamy and fully combined.
  3. Add flavorings:
    Stir in the vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt if using.
  4. Combine:
    Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal and fold gently until all the Krispies are coated.
  5. Shape:
    Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then roll into bite-size balls. Place onto a lined baking sheet.
  6. Add coatings (optional):
    Roll each ball in sprinkles or powdered sugar for a festive finish.
  7. Chill:
    Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
  8. Store:
    Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • If the mixture feels too soft to roll, chill for 5–10 minutes to firm it up.
  • For clean round shapes, lightly grease your hands or use a small cookie scoop.
  • Powdered sugar melts over time, so add a second coat just before serving if you want a snowy finish.
  • Keep them cold they hold their shape best when chilled.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, No-Bake, Snacks
  • Method: Mixing & Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 35 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 5 mg

Keywords: chocolate rice krispie balls, no bake chocolate treats, peanut butter chocolate balls, rice krispie balls, holiday treats, easy no bake dessert

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