Chocolate Peanut Balls

By Kids Cooking Activities

These chocolate peanut balls are one of the easiest Christmas candy recipes for kids. Peanut butter, marshmallow crème, and crispy rice cereal are rolled into bite-sized balls and dipped in rich chocolate for a festive holiday treat.

• Category: Dessert
• No Bake
• Skill Level: Beginner

Makes: About 24 peanut balls

Ingredients

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow crème
• 1½ cups crisp rice cereal
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 teaspoons shortening

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, stir peanut butter and marshmallow crème until smooth and well blended.
2. Add crisp rice cereal and stir until evenly coated.
3. Chill mixture for 10 minutes if needed to make rolling easier.
4. Roll mixture into small balls (about 1 inch) and place on a waxed paper-lined tray.
5. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
6. Dip each ball into melted chocolate and place back on waxed paper.
7. Chill until chocolate is set.

Kid-Friendly Tips

• Kids can mix the cereal mixture and roll the balls
• Adults should handle melting chocolate and hot bowls
• Use a spoon or fork to dip and tap off extra chocolate
• For less stickiness, chill the mixture 10 minutes before rolling

Variation Ideas

• Roll in sprinkles, crushed nuts, or coconut while chocolate is wet
• Drizzle with white chocolate for a fancy look
• Use crunchy peanut butter for extra texture

Notes

If melted chocolate thickens while dipping, reheat briefly in the microwave and stir. Store finished treats in the refrigerator for best texture.

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