Irresistibly Crunchy Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls
These Irresistibly Crunchy Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls are a no-bake dessert made with peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, pecans, and shredded coconut. Quick to prepare and packed with texture, they’re perfect for parties, school snacks, or anytime you want a bite-sized treat. Naturally gluten-free with simple pantry ingredients, these no-bake Rice Krispie balls are always a hit!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 20–24 small balls
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tbsp butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in Rice Krispies, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut until fully combined.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Scoop and roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls. Dampen hands slightly if needed to prevent sticking.
- Place balls on a tray and refrigerate for another hour until fully set.
Notes
- Swap peanut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Stir in mini chocolate chips or drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence.
- Walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds can replace pecans.
- Add a pinch of sea salt or cinnamon for a flavor twist.
- Balls can be frozen for longer storage—no reheating required.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
