Rice Krispie Treats have long been a FAVORITE of ours.

They are easy to make and only require a few ingredients (5 to be exact)! These tasty Rice Krispy balls take the flavor profile up a notch by adding peanut butter!! The addition of corn syrup makes these extra gooey and chewy with the perfect amount of crunch.

Not only are these super fun to make, but they are definitely fun to eat! They fit perfectly into little hands. Because you can make these bite-size, they are great treats for a party or gathering. These no bake peanut butter balls surely won’t last long!

For more yummy Rice Krispie desserts try Crack Rice Krispies or Chocolate Caramel Rice Krispie Treats!

Why we think you’ll love it:

  • Bite-size. They are easy to eat, serve, and feed a crowd!
  • Few ingredients. Five to be exact – you don’t need much to make this kid-friendly dessert!
  • 15 minutes from start to finish. You’ll be snacking in no time! These are great for a treat in a pinch.
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Rice krispies, peanut butter, and corn syrup on a kitchen counter.

Rice Krispie Balls Ingredients and Substitutions

  • 1 cup corn syrup – We used light corn syrup but dark corn syrup can also be used.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar – sifted
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter – regular peanut butter like Skippy or JIF (not crunchy peanut butter)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups Rice Krispie cereal – Some Rice Krispies cereal is gluten-free while others are not. Be sure to check the label.
  • optional – Mix in mini semi-sweet chocolate chips or sprinkles. Chocolate coating: allow the balls to set then dip them into melted chocolate, white chocolate, or a colorful candy coating.
Mixing rice krispies in a mint bowl.

How to Make Rice Krispie Balls

  1. PREP. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, wax paper, or silpat.
  2. BOIL. In a large saucepan, over medium-high heat, add 1 cup corn syrup and 1 cup powdered sugar. Stir constantly while you bring it to a boil.
    • Remove the mixture just as it is beginning to boil otherwise overheating will end up creating a dry and crumbly treat.
  3. COMBINE. Remove the pot from the heat and add 1 cup peanut butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Stir until smooth.
    • Mix in 4 cups of crispy rice cereal. Stir until well-coated.
  4. SHAPE. Drop the mix, a spoonful at a time, onto the lined baking sheet. Roll the drops into balls and cool.
Rice krispie balls in a red bowl.
5 from 7 votes

Rice Krispie Balls

By: Kristyn Merkley
Just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes to whip up these bite-size peanut butter Rice Krispie Balls – chewy, sweet, and easy to make!
Servings: 24
Prep: 15 minutes
Total: 15 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup corn syrup
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups Rice Krispie cereal

Instructions 

  • In a large saucepan, over medium-high heat, add the corn syrup and sugar. Stir constantly while you bring it to a boil.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and add the peanut butter and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
  • Mix in the cereal. Stir until well-coated.
  • Use a silicone mat or wax paper. Drop the mix, a spoonful at a time, onto the mat. Roll the drops into balls and cool.

Notes

Note. Remove the sugar and corn syrup mixture just as it is beginning to boil otherwise overheating will end up creating a dry and crumbly treat.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To freeze, arrange the balls on a baking sheet and place in the freezer. Once frozen transfer to a freezer Ziploc and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before eating.

Nutrition

Calories: 141kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 83mg, Potassium: 76mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 17g, Vitamin A: 310IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 6mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

How to store?

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To freeze, arrange the balls on a baking sheet and place in the freezer. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer Ziploc and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before eating.

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This recipe was originally published October 2020.

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Kristyn Merkley is a published cookbook author, wife, mom of six, and major food enthusiast! For the past 15 years, she has been sharing foolproof, family-friendly recipes—each one tested in her kitchen—that anyone can master. As a seasoned recipe creator, she loves making cooking simple, stress-free, and totally doable for everyone!

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8 Comments

  1. Stella says:

    Hello.I want to make your recipe but i dont like peanut butter,is there anything else i can use as a substitution?Tia

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  2. Erin Counihan says:

    TYVM, peanut utter is in my diet, I’m diabetic & sustitute splenda for sugar.

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  3. Dawn says:

    How do you make them into balls. I buttered my hands it was a mess didn’t come out nice round like yours. Couldn’t get it off my hands. Would have made a hilarious video.

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    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      You could spray your hands with non-stick cooking spray. You could also hold wax paper and roll the balls within the wax paper. Hopefully that may help if you make them again. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kristina says:

    5 stars
    I love peanut butter. these are super yummy. I think they’ll be good with mini milk chocolate chips mixed in too.

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  5. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    My husband loves these rice krispie treats. Over the top with the addition of peanut butter.

    Reply
  6. Amy L Huntley says:

    5 stars
    I love that there is only 5 simple ingredients for this recipe! These are so addiciting and my kids are begging me to make them again!

    Reply
  7. Joy says:

    5 stars
    All I can say is, yum!! Love the peanut butter flavor! I think we’ll try dipping half in chocolate!

    Reply