Peanut Crunchy Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips.
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1 cup powdered sugar.
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¼ cup softened butter.
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1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter.
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2 tablespoons shortening.
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2 cups Rice Krispies cereal, lightly crushed.
# Instructions:
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Cover a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
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Mix butter, peanut butter, and powdered sugar in a big bowl. Add cereal and stir until it all sticks together.
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Roll into small balls, set them on the baking sheet, and chill for no less than 30 minutes.
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Put chocolate chips and shortening in a big microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for a minute, stir, then heat again for 20-30 seconds at a time, stirring until smooth.
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Dip the chilled balls in the melted chocolate, then place them back on the sheet until the coating sets.
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Keep them in a sealed container in the fridge for a few days or freeze for longer storage.
# Notes:
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Both smooth and chunky peanut butter work for this.
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They’ll last weeks in the freezer.