Classic peanut butter balls receive a crispy upgrade with a generous addition of crunchy cornflakes. These bite-sized treats combine the beloved flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with an irresistible crunch.
If seeing a platter of chocolate-covered peanut butter balls waiting on a dessert table thrills you, this cornflake variation is likely to make you very happy.
Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Balls
Buckeyes, also known as Peanut Butter Balls, have a smooth peanut butter center and chocolate shell. They’re a classic holiday treat that’s a staple on Christmas dessert trays and as a holiday food gift.
However, the chocolate peanut butter fun doesn’t stop with Buckeyes. There are endless ways to change them up for any craving. Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls pack a punch of rich peanut butter with the earthy taste of oats and that hint of sweetness we all crave.
These chocolate-covered peanut butter balls with graham crackers taste just like Reese’s peanut butter cups. They are another easy, no-bake candy recipe that’s perfect for Christmas and the holidays.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies have a little extra texture and crunch. And these Peanut Butter Oreo Cookie Balls are yet another easy-to-make no-bake Christmas treat.
Last but oh so definitely not least (and my personal favorite), these Buckeye Pretzels are peanut butter balls sandwiched between pretzels and dipped in chocolate, this is a salty-sweet twist on a classic!
Peanut Butter Balls with Cornflakes
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:
- crunchy peanut butter
- butter
- powdered sugar
- corn flakes
- semi-sweet chocolate chips
- refined coconut oil OR vegetable shortening
Cornflake Peanut Butter Balls
In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Stir in cereal until well combined.
Scoop into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until mostly firm.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil or shortening.
Heat for 1 minute and stir, then continue heating for 20-30 seconds and stirring after each interval until chocolate is almost melted. Stir until completely smooth.
One at a time, insert a toothpick into a chilled peanut butter ball and dip it into the melted chocolate. Place on the parchment-lined baking sheet until firm.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or in the freezer for several weeks.
Can’t get enough of the peanut butter and chocolate combination? Chocolate peanut butter happiness is created when buckeyes (aka peanut butter balls) are pressed into warm brownie bites and then drizzled with chocolate to create these Buckeye Brownies.
Classic Peanut Blossom Cookies are a lot of fun when they get decked out for Christmas. You can make Reindeer, Santa Hats, and Christmas Trees by adding a few simple decorations.
Chocolate peanut butter acorns are made with a smooth peanut butter ball, a chocolate cap, and a walnut stem. (Easy as can be and cute too!)
Incredibly moist, soft chocolate cake topped with a fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter frosting is a dessert worthy of the most special occasions.
Start the day with dessert? Yes, please! That’s how it feels when I’m eating chocolate chip peanut butter pancakes for breakfast.
Peanut Butter Balls with Corn Flakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
- ¼ cup butter softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2½ cups corn flakes cereal
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil or vegetable shortening
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Stir in cereal until well combined.
- Scoop into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil or shortening. Heat for 1 minute and stir, then continue heating for 20-30 seconds and stirring after each interval until chocolate is almost melted. Stir until completely smooth.
- One at a time, insert a toothpick into a chilled peanut butter ball and dip it into the melted chocolate. Place on the parchment-lined baking sheet until firm.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or in the freezer for several weeks.
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