Description
These peanut butter balls take the creamy richness of classic buckeyes and add a pop of crunch with crispy rice cereal. A perfect no-bake treat that blends texture, flavor, and a touch of nostalgia. With a doubled batch and some fun twists, these treats are ready to shine on any dessert table.
Ingredients
3 cups creamy peanut butter
12 tablespoons (¾ cup) unsalted butter, room temp
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
20 oz chocolate almond bark
4 teaspoons coconut oil or vegetable shortening, divided
10 oz vanilla almond bark (for drizzling or coating)
Optional twists:
1 teaspoon cinnamon or espresso powder for added depth
½ cup mini chocolate chips or crushed toffee bits folded into the peanut butter mix
Crushed pretzels or flaky sea salt for topping
Swap in crunchy peanut butter for more texture
Instructions
In a large bowl, beat together peanut butter, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
Gradually mix in confectioners’ sugar until fully combined.
Gently fold in Rice Krispies and any add-ins like chocolate chips or toffee bits.
Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 15 minutes.
Melt chocolate almond bark with 2 teaspoons of coconut oil until smooth. Dip each chilled ball into the chocolate and return to the tray.
Melt vanilla almond bark with remaining oil and drizzle over chocolate-coated balls for decoration.
Sprinkle with sea salt, crushed pretzels, or sprinkles while still wet, if desired.
Chill again until set, about 10–15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 130 / Ball
- Sugar: 10g / Ball
- Fat: 8g / Ball
- Carbohydrates: 14g / Ball
- Protein: 2g / Ball