Can I make Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls ahead of time?

Yes! These crispy peanut butter balls are perfect for making in advance. Once the chocolate coating has set, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

What’s the best chocolate to use for dipping?

Good quality chocolate is the best way to get a smooth, glossy coating. Milk chocolate, dark chocolate chips, white chocolate, or chocolate melts all work well. For a dairy-free or vegan option, choose dairy-free dark chocolate or vegan chocolate chips.

Can I make these peanut butter balls without marshmallows?

Definitely! While mini marshmallows help bind the peanut butter mixture, you can swap them with maple syrup, agave nectar, or honey (if not vegan). This will still give you a chewy texture while keeping the crispy rice cereal intact.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls with Puffed Rice

Description

Nothing says homemade comfort quite like Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls with puffed rice.

These crispy peanut butter balls combine creamy peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, and just the right touch of melted chocolate for the ultimate sweet treat.

Ingredients

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4 Sprays of Cooking Spray
1 cup of Mini Marshmallows
2 Teaspoons of Butter
1 1/2 cups of Puffed Rice Cereal
2 Tablespoons of PB2 Crunchy Powdered Peanut Butter
1 Teaspoon of Coconut Oil
2 Tablespoons of Chocolate Chips

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Instructions

Coat a large microwave safe bowl with cooking spray. Add the marshmallows and butter; microwave on high until completely melted, 1 - 1 1/2 minutes.
Stir until smooth.
Add the puffed rice and PB Fit Peanut Butter Powder into the melted marshmallow, stirring until well combined.
Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions shaping each into a round ball. Place balls on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
Melt your chocolate chips with the coconut oil in the microwave for 30 seconds until fully melted. Drizzle chocolate over each rice ball with a spoon. Chill in the fridge for 5-10 minutes.
Ready to eat!

Notes

Use Good Quality Chocolate – The coating makes or breaks this recipe. Whether you choose milk chocolate, white chocolate, or dark chocolate chips, using a higher quality chocolate melts smoother and gives a glossy finish.

Line Your Baking Sheet – Always use parchment paper or wax paper on your cookie sheet before dipping. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup so much easier.

Store for Freshness – Once set, place your peanut butter rice balls in an airtight container or freezer-safe container. They last long in the fridge and can even be frozen for up to 2 months — perfect for holiday season prep or gifting.

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Ball
Calories: 64
Sugar: 4.4 g
Sodium: 33.9 mg
Fat: 3.1 g
Carbohydrates: 8.6 g
Protein: 1.1 g
Cholesterol: 1.7 mg