Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls 🍫🥜
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls 🍫🥜
Indulge in these irresistibly sweet and crunchy Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls! Perfect for any occasion, these treats are easy to make and incredibly delicious. Inspired by a cherished family recipe, they make fantastic gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or just because. 🎁💝
Ingredients
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
Instructions
1. Melt Butter:
- In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
2. Add Vanilla:
- Once melted, stir in the vanilla extract and turn off the heat.
3. Blend Peanut Butter:
- Add the peanut butter to the pan. Stir until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth. If needed, turn the heat back on to medium to help blend everything.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the crispy rice cereal and confectioners’ sugar. Pour the butter and peanut butter mixture over the cereal and sugar.
5. Stir and Coat:
- Stir until the mixture is well-blended and the sugar is no longer visible. Ensure the cereal is fully coated with the peanut butter mixture.
6. Form Balls:
- Use a small ice cream scoop or spoon to form even portions. Drop them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper sprayed with nonstick spray.
7. Roll Into Balls:
- Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking, then roll the portions into round balls.
8. Chill:
- Place the balls in the fridge to set for a few hours or overnight.
9. Prepare Chocolate Coating:
- In a bowl, combine the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening. Melt in the microwave, stirring every 15 seconds until smooth.
10. Dip and Coat:
- Dip the chilled peanut butter balls into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated. Place them back on the baking sheet.
11. Set Chocolate:
- Refrigerate the tray for about 15 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened.
Enjoy your homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls! 🎉👩🍳
