Rice Krispies...Truffles?

If you're looking for something easy to stash in the fridge or freezer for a quick chocolate pick-me-up, I have the recipe for you.  It's a no-bake combination of peanut butter, Rice Krispies, and semisweet chocolate.

The recipe for these "Chocolate-Peanut- Butter Balls" says that it makes about 50.  I decided on my first taste of this recipe not to make that many, so I cut everything in thirds and still ended up with 23 balls. 

They couldn't be more simple to make, but you do need to allow some time for the balls to chill before and after dipping them in the chocolate.

They may not be sophisticated, but if you're a fan of chocolate & peanut butter, you won't be disappointed!  And with the main ingredient being a not-too-terrible-for-you cereal, do you think you could get away with having one or two with breakfast?

Chocolate-Peanut-Butter Balls
From the Baltimore Sun's Recipe Finder
Makes about 50

1 stick butter
2 cups (or one 18-ounce jar) creamy peanut butter
3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
1 pound (about 3 1/2 cups) powdered sugar, sifted
two 12-ounce packages semisweet chocolate morsels

In a saucepan, melt butter and peanut butter.  In a large bowl, combine Rice Krispies and powdered sugar.  Pour melted peanut-butter mixture over cereal mixture, using your hands to blend.  When completely combined, form into small balls.  Chill on cookie sheets covered with wax paper (or parchment paper) until firm.

Melt chocolate morsels in the top of a double boiler.  Dip balls, one at a time, into melted chocolate until fully coated.  Place on wax paper until set.  Store in refrigerator or freezer.

Comments

[Ivonne]

Great recipe! This looks like a satisfying sweet treat when you need a fast fix! Thanks for sharing!