Christmas Chocolate Rice Krispie (Printable Version)
Festive chocolate-covered rice krispie balls with peanut butter and holiday sprinkles enjoy every bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
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½ cup powdered sugar
→ Wet Ingredients
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Chocolate Coating
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1 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
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1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
→ Decoration
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Holiday sprinkles (red, green, white, or mixed)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a large mixing bowl, blend Rice Krispies cereal, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
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Scoop out about one tablespoon portions and shape into 1-inch balls. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking tray.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second bursts, stirring thoroughly between intervals until fully smooth.
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Dip each Rice Krispie ball into the melted chocolate using a fork to fully cover. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing back onto parchment.
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Immediately sprinkle holiday decorations over the chocolate-coated balls before the coating sets.
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Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate hardens.
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Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
# Additional Notes:
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Optional coconut oil ensures a smoother and shinier chocolate coating.