Crunchy Peanut Butter Balls
Prep time: 30 minutesReady in: 30 minutes
Yields: 30 servings
Ingredients
* 1 cup peanut butter*
* 1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
* 1 1/2 cups crisp rice cereal
* 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
* 4 teaspoons shortening
Directions
1. In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter and marshmallow creme; add cereal and stir until well coated. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and shortening. Microwave, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until chips are melted; stir until smooth.
2. Roll cereal mixture into 1-in. balls; dip in chocolate. Place on a waxed paper-lined pan. Refrigerate until set.
Note
Reduced-fat or generic brands of peanut butter are not recommended for this recipe.