FoodThoughtsOfaChefWannabe: Peanut Butter Bites

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Peanut Butter Bites

I will admit, I am a typical foodie, food blogger, etc. If I see something on T.V. or in the store that looks delicious, I get right to the kitchen and try to recreate it myself. This has happened a good handful of times......at least. I saw these peanut butter bites advertised on T.V. This was actually quite some time ago. I was hungry for peanut butter the other day and suddenly I remembered that I never tried to make them, or rather make MY version of them. I got to work, and although I am not sure if they are exactly the same, in my world, they are the clouds of peanut butter heaven!

These are so easy, and you should totally get your kids or grand kids in the kitchen with you. Nieces, nephews, cousins, just get them involved. Who cares of they don't end up the same size, I am a grown woman and mine didn't! Who cares if they get dirty, there are these new fangled things called washing machines! Who cares if they lick the peanut butter off before making a new one, germs are healthy!

Find a little person who can help you and have a blast!

1 cup creamy peanut butter
3/4 cup rice crispy cereal
3/4 powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups peanut butter chips
vegetable oil

In a bowl combine peanut butter, cereal, and powdered sugar. Mix until completely combined. Refrigerate dough for 20 minutes. Use a tablespoon measure and roll mixture into balls. Place on foil or parchment lined baking sheet. When all of the dough has been rolled into balls, place into the freezer for 30 minutes.

Place peanut butter chips into a bowl and melt in microwave. Use 30 second increments until all melted. If your mixture is slightly thick, add a few drops of vegetable oil to loosen it up and make it perfect for dipping.

Using a fork to help you, dip the peanut butter balls one at a time, use a fork to lift out of the melted peanut butter and tap on the edge or let it drain. Place back on to the baking sheet. When all of the peanut butter balls have been dipped, place back in the fridge until set.

ENJOY!