Name: Crispy Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Balls
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 72 pieces
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups creamy peanut butter; 0.5 cup butter; 3.75 cups confectioners’ sugar; 3 cups Rice Krispies; 4 cups milk chocolate chips; 0.25 cup shortening

Crispy Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Balls

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Crispy Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Balls

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Crispy Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Balls

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Instructions

In a large bowl, beat peanut butter and butter until combined.

Slowly add in confectioners’ sugar and beat until smooth; Stir in cereal.

Use a small cookie scoop to shape mixture into 1 inch balls.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until chilled.

Line baking sheets with wax paper.

Meanwhile, place chocolate chips and 1/4 cup shortening in a microwave safe bowl and microwave on high for 15 second increments until melted; stir until smooth.

Dip balls into melted chocolate allowing excess to drip off.

Place on a waxed paper-lined pan. Let stand until set.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Chill Your Peanut Butter Mixture 🧊
Refrigerate the peanut butter mixture for at least 30 minutes before rolling into balls to prevent sticky hands and ensure perfectly shaped, uniform spheres that hold their form during dipping.
Toast Rice Krispies for Extra Crunch 🍘
Lightly toast the Rice Krispies in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before mixing into the peanut butter base to intensify their crispy texture and add a subtle nutty flavor depth.
Temper Your Chocolate Coating 🍫
Melt chocolate with shortening at a low temperature (around 110°F) and stir constantly to achieve a silky, glossy coating that sets smoothly without streaking or becoming chalky.
Use Parchment Paper Liners 📄
Place finished balls on parchment-lined trays and refrigerate immediately after dipping to prevent sticking and allow the chocolate shell to set quickly for a professional appearance.
Balance Butter Ratio for Texture 🧈
Add butter gradually to your peanut butter mixture—too much creates a soft, greasy ball, while too little makes it crumbly; aim for a consistency that holds together when squeezed but crumbles slightly.