Ingredients
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½ cup peanut butter
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3 tablespoons soft butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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1 cup Rice Krispies cereal
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½ cup chopped pecans
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1 cup shredded coconut
Chocolate Coating:
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1 (12 oz) package chocolate chips
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1 square (1 oz) sweet baking chocolate
Instructions
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Combine: In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, butter, vanilla, Rice Krispies, chopped pecans, and coconut. Stir until evenly mixed.
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Chill & Roll: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, then form into 1-inch balls. Chill again for at least 1 hour until firm.
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Melt Chocolate: In a double boiler over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and sweet chocolate square, stirring until smooth. Keep warm over low heat.
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Dip: Drop each chilled ball into the chocolate mixture. Use a fork to roll and coat evenly, letting the excess drip off.
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Set: Place coated balls onto parchment paper. Refrigerate until chocolate is set (about 30–60 minutes).
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Serve or Freeze: Enjoy immediately, store in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 1.5 hours
Total Time: ~2 hours
Yield: ~24 balls (depending on size)