{"id":2552,"date":"2023-08-03T13:02:45","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T13:02:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/peanut-butter-balls-with-chocolate-rice-krispies\/"},"modified":"2024-04-13T17:06:08","modified_gmt":"2024-04-13T17:06:08","slug":"peanut-butter-balls-with-chocolate-rice-krispies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/peanut-butter-balls-with-chocolate-rice-krispies\/","title":{"rendered":"Peanut Butter Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Looking for a delicious and easy treat to satisfy your sweet cravings? Try these irresistible Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate Rice Krispies! Made with crunchy peanut butter, honey, and vegan chocolate chips, these treats are perfect for snacking or sharing at parties. Whip up a batch today and enjoy the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy flavors!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/weeknightrecipes-2024-04-12T174032.174-512x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/weeknightrecipes-2024-04-12T174032.174-512x1024.jpg 512w, https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/weeknightrecipes-2024-04-12T174032.174-150x300.jpg 150w, https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/weeknightrecipes-2024-04-12T174032.174.jpg 564w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup of crunchy peanut butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>6 tablespoons of honey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/8 teaspoon of salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 cups of Rice Krispies cereal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 1\/2 cups of vegan chocolate chips<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Preparation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Prepare the Muffin Pan<\/strong>: Line a muffin pan with liners and lightly spray them with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal of the treats later on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Melt the Peanut Butter Mixture<\/strong>: In a saucepan over low heat, melt together the crunchy peanut butter, honey, and salt. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating an enticing aroma.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Incorporate the Rice Krispies<\/strong>: Once the mixture is melted, remove it from the heat and add the Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until all the cereal is coated evenly, ensuring that every bite is packed with peanut butter flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Form the Treats<\/strong>: Evenly distribute the peanut butter and Rice Krispies mixture into the lined muffin pan, pressing it down firmly to ensure cohesion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Melt the Chocolate<\/strong>: In another saucepan over low heat, melt the vegan chocolate chips, stirring constantly until smooth and melted without burning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top with Chocolate<\/strong>: Spoon the melted chocolate over each treat in the muffin pan, distributing it smoothly and evenly. Get creative with swirls or patterns for added flair.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill and Serve<\/strong>: Place the muffin pan in the refrigerator to allow the treats to firm up. Once set, remove them from the fridge, peel off the liners, and indulge in the irresistible combination of flavors.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate Rice Krispies offer a delightful indulgence for any occasion. With their perfect balance of sweetness, crunch, and chocolatey goodness, these treats are sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Can I use creamy peanut butter instead of crunchy?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>While crunchy peanut butter adds a nice texture, you can certainly use creamy peanut butter if preferred. Just keep in mind that the texture will be slightly different.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>How long do these treats last?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Stored in an airtight container, these treats can last for up to a week in the refrigerator. However, they&#8217;re so delicious that they&#8217;re unlikely to last that long!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Can I use milk chocolate chips instead of vegan chocolate chips?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Yes, you can substitute milk chocolate chips if you&#8217;re not following a vegan diet. The result will be equally delicious.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Can I freeze these treats?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Yes, you can freeze these treats for longer storage. Just place them in an airtight container or freezer bag and thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Can I add other ingredients like nuts or dried fruit?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Absolutely! Feel free to get creative and add your favorite nuts, dried fruit, or even a sprinkle of sea salt for added flavor and texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a delicious and easy treat to satisfy your sweet cravings? Try these irresistible Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate Rice Krispies! Made with crunchy peanut butter, honey, and vegan chocolate chips, these treats are perfect for snacking or sharing at parties. Whip up a batch today and enjoy the perfect combination of sweet, salty,&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/peanut-butter-balls-with-chocolate-rice-krispies\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5331,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2552"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2552"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2552\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5332,"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2552\/revisions\/5332"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5331"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2552"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2552"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/weeknightrecipes.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2552"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}