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Here's one of my top picks for sweets around the holidays – Christmas Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls! Last Christmas, I made these for our family get-together and they were gone before I knew it. I ended up whipping up more. There's just something about that crunchy cereal and creamy peanut butter with chocolate on top and a shower of sprinkles. Total fun vibes, and making them with kids makes it even better.
Dreamy Festive Magic
What really gets me about these is the awesome combo – silky peanut butter, crispy Rice Krispies, and those tasty bits of pecan inside chocolate. You can totally make them your own with any sprinkles you want. They look amazing at parties or as homemade gifts and they come together quick. That's why I make them all the time when I need something that looks fancy but doesn't take long.
Stuff You'll Use
- Must-Haves:
- Silky peanut butter
- Soft, easy-to-mix butter
- A splash of vanilla for taste
- Crunchy Rice Krispies cereal
- Pecans chopped up (or your go-to nut)
- Fluffy shredded coconut
- Decorate & Dunk:
- Chocolate chips that melt great
- Some sweet chocolate for more flavor
- Colorful sprinkles to top it off
Let's Whip Them Up
- Get Mixing:
- Toss together your coconut cereal nuts vanilla butter and peanut butter till blended. Chill the whole thing so it gets firm.
- Shape & Chill:
- Roll out small balls, toss in sprinkles if you’re feeling it, then set in the fridge for a bit.
- Melt Chocolate:
- Heat the chocolate till it’s silky and smooth.
- Coat & Sprinkle:
- Dip your balls in the chocolate and quickly add those sprinkles before it sets.
- Let Them Harden:
- Pop 'em into the fridge and wait for the chocolate to harden up nice and solid.
Customize As You Like
Feel like switching things up? Try sunflower butter to skip the nuts, grab dairy-free chocolate to make ‘em vegan, or swap coconut for dried cranberries. White chocolate totally changes the look – you can really put your own spin on these.
Fresh For Days
Stick these in the fridge and they’ll be good all week. Want to plan way ahead? They freeze awesome for three months. I love bringing them out with steamy hot chocolate for cozy holiday movies or giving them as sweet little presents.
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Share The Cheer
Handing out homemade sweets during the holidays is always a win and these never miss. Pop them out at a party or pack in boxes for gifts – everyone’s happy with that chocolate crunch.
Common Questions
- → Why do my balls keep falling apart?
Try chilling the mix longer before shaping. If they're still falling apart, stirring in a dash more peanut butter often does the trick.
- → What makes chocolate get lumpy or stiff?
Don’t let water touch your chocolate while melting. Use a bowl over simmering water and keep the heat gentle so it stays smooth.
- → Is it okay to freeze these balls?
Totally! Pop them in a sealed container for up to three months. When you're ready to eat, stick them in the fridge to thaw.
- → Any way to skip the nuts?
Sure can. Try sunflower seed butter instead and leave out the pecans. Throw in more Rice Krispies if you want extra crunch.
- → Tips for that shiny chocolate shell?
Make sure the balls are good and cold. Melt your chocolate just right—don’t get it too hot. Let the extra chocolate drip off before setting them down.