Description
No Bake Peanut Butter Balls with Rice: Quick, comforting, and crowd-pleasing treat made with peanut butter and rice. Perfect for snacking anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter (natural or regular both work)
- ¼ cup (56g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (60g) crispy rice cereal
- ¼ teaspoon salt (omit if using salted peanut butter)
- 1½ cups (270g) chocolate chips for coating (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1 tablespoon (15g) coconut oil or shortening (helps thin the chocolate)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Base Mixture In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and peanut butter. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until completely smooth and well incorporated, about 2 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and mix again. The mixture should be creamy and uniform at this stage. This thorough blending creates the foundation of your No Bake Peanut Butter Balls with Rice.
- Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients Gradually add the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture, about ½ cup at a time, mixing thoroughly between additions. The mixture will begin to thicken. Add the salt (if using) and mix until fully incorporated. Now gently fold in the crispy rice cereal using a spatula, being careful not to crush the cereal pieces. You want to maintain their integrity for that signature crunch in your finished peanut butter rice balls.
- Step 3: Form the Balls Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the mixture. Roll each portion between your palms to form uniform balls approximately 1-inch in diameter. If the mixture sticks to your hands, lightly dust your palms with powdered sugar. Place the formed balls on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm them up.
- Step 4: Prepare the Chocolate Coating While the balls are chilling, prepare your chocolate coating. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat, as this can cause the chocolate to seize. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly while still maintaining a fluid consistency.
- Step 5: Coat and Set Remove the chilled peanut butter balls from the refrigerator. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage. Gently tap the fork against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Place the coated balls back onto the parchment paper. If desired, sprinkle with additional crushed rice cereal or sea salt before the chocolate sets. Allow the No Bake Peanut Butter Balls with Rice to set completely at room temperature or speed up the process by refrigerating for 15 minutes.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg