These peanut butter balls with Rice

Here’s a classic recipe for Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies—no-bake, sweet, and crunchy. These are sometimes called peanut butter rice balls or buckeyes with rice (without the chocolate dip).

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Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies

Makes: about 24–30 balls

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Chill Time: 30 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups powdered sugar (adjust to taste)

• 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Coating:

• Melted chocolate (milk, dark, or semi-sweet)

• Cocoa powder or powdered sugar for rolling

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Instructions

1. Mix base
   In a large bowl, cream peanut butter and butter until smooth.

2. Sweeten
   Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla until fully combined.

3. Add crunch
   Gently fold in Rice Krispies, being careful not to crush them too much.

4. Shape
   Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.

5. Chill
   Refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.

6. Optional dip
   Dip chilled balls into melted chocolate and let set.

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Tips

• If mixture is too soft, chill before rolling.

• If too dry, add 1–2 tbsp extra peanut butter.

• Use gloves or lightly butter your hands for easy rolling.

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Variations

• 🍫 Buckeye-style: Dip in chocolate, leaving a small circle exposed

• 🥥 Coconut crunch: Add shredded coconut

• 🌰 Extra crunch: Add chopped peanuts

If you want, I can also share a 3-ingredient version, a healthier no-sugar-added version, or a church-favorite vintage recipe—just tell me!