Ingredients:
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1⁄4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 3⁄4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 1⁄2 cups chocolate Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions:
To make these luscious peanut butter treats, you’ll need a medium mixing bowl to bring everything together.
First into the bowl is 1 cup of smooth, velvety peanut butter – this gives a rich, indulgent base. Make sure your peanut butter is fresh for optimal creaminess! Next add 1/4 cup softened (not melted) butter and blend it into the peanut butter completely. Use a rubber spatula to mix into a perfectly smooth, creamy combo. This peanut butter and butter pair is key for that melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Once your peanut butter and butter are creamed, it’s time to add the flavor booster – 1 teaspoon real vanilla extract. Stir it in thoroughly to distribute that lovely warmth and sweetness. So important for complementing the nutty peanut butter!
Now we get to a super satisfying step – mixing the powdered sugar! Take 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar and sift out any clumps. Gradually add the smooth, sifted sugar to the peanut butter mix. Use a spatula or spoon to carefully fold it in, mixing until no powder is left. This step forms the dough, so keep at it until perfectly blended and smooth.
Alright, favorite part – rolling the dough into balls! Scoop out tablespoon sized portions and roll between palms to form 1 inch balls. Make sure hands are lightly moistened to prevent sticking. Rolling each one is such a fun sensory experience!
Once all dough balls are rolled, open the chocolate Rice Krispies cereal. Gently roll each ball in the cereal to coat completely. Press lightly so the coating sticks. The crisp cereal gives fab contrasting crunch!
Finally, place coated balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and fridge for at least 15 minutes. This firms them up to hold their round shape better.
Now enjoy these incredible peanut butter treats! Store any leftovers in the fridge or freezer.
Cooking Tips:
Add more powdered sugar if the dough is sticky or peanut butter if it’s dry. Getting the right consistency is key!
Wet your hands slightly when shaping to prevent sticking.
Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes so they chill evenly.
Work with softened, not melted, butter for the best texture.
Drizzle melted chocolate over the finished balls for extra decadence!
