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Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Crunch Balls

Easy • No-Bake • Crunchy • Perfect for Holidays & Gifting

These Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Crunch Balls are the ultimate no-bake holiday treat — combining creamy peanut butter, buttery richness, crispy rice cereal, and a thick chocolate shell. They’re quick, freezer-friendly, kid-approved, and ideal for parties, cookie boxes, gifting, or late-night snacking.

⭐ Why You’ll Love These Crunch Balls

  • No-bake & super easy — perfect for beginners or quick last-minute treats.
  • Texture heaven — creamy peanut butter + crispy cereal + glossy chocolate coating.
  • Customizable — switch coatings, add toppings, or use different nut butters.
  • Holiday favorite — great for snack platters, Christmas tins, and gifting.
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Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Crunch Balls

Easy no-bake peanut-butter treats made with crispy rice cereal and dipped in rich chocolate. Crunchy, creamy, kid-friendly, and perfect for holidays, gifting, and freezer storage.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 36 balls (depending on size)
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cup powdered sugar (use 3–4 cups as needed for consistency)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups crispy rice cereal (e.g., Rice Krispies)
  • 16 oz chocolate candy coating (melting wafers, Almond Bark, or similar)
  • ¼ chocolate sprinkles
  • Roughly chopped peanuts

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop (optional)
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Dipping tool or toothpicks

Method
 

  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter + softened butter until smooth.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly add powdered sugar (½ cup at a time) until the mixture forms a soft dough that holds its shape.
  5. Add the crispy rice cereal, stirring or gently using your hands until evenly mixed.
  6. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
  7. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes (or freeze for 20 minutes) until firm.
  8. Melt the chocolate coating according to package directions.
  9. Dip each ball using a toothpick or dipping tool, letting excess chocolate drip off.
  10. Place back on parchment and add optional sprinkles or chopped peanuts before the chocolate sets.
  11. Let the chocolate harden completely.

Notes

  • Add extra powdered sugar if the mixture is too soft.
  • Chill before dipping for clean, smooth chocolate coating.
  • Use melting wafers or Almond Bark for the easiest dipping.

🥣 Ingredients

Peanut Butter Crunch Base

  • 2 cups peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (use 3–4 cups as needed for consistency)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups crispy rice cereal (e.g., Rice Krispies)

Chocolate Coating

  • 16 oz chocolate candy coating (melting wafers, Almond Bark, or similar)

Optional Toppings

  • ~¼ cup chocolate sprinkles
  • Roughly chopped peanuts

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter + softened butter until smooth.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly add powdered sugar (½ cup at a time) until the mixture forms a soft dough that holds its shape.
  5. Add the crispy rice cereal, stirring or gently using your hands until evenly mixed.
  6. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
  7. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes (or freeze for 20 minutes) until firm.
  8. Melt the chocolate coating according to package directions.
  9. Dip each ball using a toothpick or dipping tool, letting excess chocolate drip off.
  10. Place back on parchment and add optional sprinkles or chopped peanuts before the chocolate sets.
  11. Let the chocolate harden completely.

❄️ Storage & Freezing

Room Temperature

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Freezer

  • Flash freeze 20 minutes, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw in the fridge or at room temperature.

💡 Tips & Variations

  • Swap peanut butter → almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter.
  • Add-ins → mini chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, cookie crumbs.
  • Chocolate options → dark chocolate, milk chocolate, white chocolate, or a swirl.
  • Drizzle → add a white-chocolate drizzle for a festive look.
  • Holiday themes → top with red/green sprinkles, gold shimmer sugar, or crushed candy canes.

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