Christmas Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls: Indulgent Treats for the Holidays
These Christmas Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls are a festive and delicious treat that will bring joy to any holiday gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and peanut butter together.
- Stir in the marshmallows until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the Rice Krispies cereal and mix until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then form into small balls and roll in powdered sugar.
- In a separate bowl, melt the chocolate chips and dip each ball into the melted chocolate.
- Place the coated balls on a baking sheet and sprinkle with sprinkles before the chocolate hardens.
- Let the chocolate set completely before serving.
Notes
- For a festive touch, use colored sprinkles.
- Try adding chopped nuts for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg