Ingredients:
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening
Instructions:
Make the Peanut Butter Mixture:
In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add Sugar and Cereal:
Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well combined. Stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
Form the Balls:
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Melt the Chocolate:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and shortening. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
Coat the Peanut Butter Balls:
Dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off. Place the coated balls back on the wax paper-lined baking sheet.
Chill:
Refrigerate the chocolate-coated peanut butter balls for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set.
Serve:
Enjoy these delightful peanut butter balls as a sweet treat or dessert.