No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls: Your New Favorite Summer Dessert
Let’s be honest—when the sun is blazing, the last thing anyone wants is a hot kitchen. That’s why no-bake desserts are a lifesaver, especially in summer. If you love peanut butter, you’re about to meet your new obsession: sweet and salty peanut butter balls that come together in less than 45 minutes, no oven required!
Why No-Bake Treats Are a Summer Must-Have
No-bake desserts are quick, simple, and keep your kitchen cool. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up a batch of these peanut butter balls before your ice melts in your lemonade. Plus, they’re perfect for sharing—if you can resist eating them all yourself!
The Perfect Combo: Creamy, Crunchy, Sweet, and Salty
These peanut butter balls hit every craving. Creamy peanut butter blends with crispy rice cereal for a surprise crunch, while a dip in rich dark chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt take them over the top. Use smooth or crunchy peanut butter—either works, but smooth lets that crispy cereal shine.
Quick and Easy Recipe
Ingredients:
¼ cup (57g) butter
1 cup (240g) smooth peanut butter
1½ cups (170g) confectioners’ sugar
1½ cups (37g) crispy rice cereal
1 cup (170g) dark chocolate, chopped
1 tsp (5g) coconut oil
Flaked sea salt or coarse kosher salt
Instructions:
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and peanut butter together in 15-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth.
Stir in sugar and rice cereal until fully combined.
Scoop and roll mixture into 1-inch balls. Freeze for 20 minutes (do not freeze solid).
Melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Dip each chilled ball in melted chocolate, letting excess drip off, then place on parchment paper.
Drizzle any leftover chocolate on top and sprinkle with sea salt.
Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes until set.
Allergy-Friendly Swaps
Nut allergy? No problem! Swap in your favorite peanut butter alternative and enjoy the same great taste and texture.
Store and Savor
Keep your peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. But let’s be real—they’ll disappear long before then!
So, next time you crave something sweet, skip the oven and try these easy no-bake peanut butter balls. They’re the ultimate summer treat—cool, creamy, and totally irresistible!
