No Bake Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these easy, no-bake peanut butter balls! Perfect for kids and adults alike, this recipe is a quick and fun way to use up leftover cereal. A delicious and budget-friendly treat, ideal for families using WIC benefits. Get ready for a burst of peanut buttery goodness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 54.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for No Bake Peanut Butter Balls

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How to Make No Bake Peanut Butter Balls

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and ½ cup light corn syrup.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and boil for exactly 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Immediately remove from heat.
  5. Stir in 1 cup creamy peanut butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until completely smooth and well combined.
  6. Quickly fold in ½ cup raisins (optional).
  7. Stir in 3 cups crushed cereal (such as Rice Krispies or Cheerios).
  8. Lightly butter your hands. Quickly shape the mixture into 1-inch balls. Work quickly as the mixture will begin to harden.
  9. Place the peanut butter balls on wax paper to cool and set completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

1g

Carbs

3g