Description
Peanut Butter Rice Balls are a simple no-bake treat made with sticky rice, peanut butter, and honey for a chewy, nutty, and naturally gluten-free snack or dessert. They’re easy to customize with different coatings like coconut, sesame, or cocoa for a fun, wholesome bite.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked sticky or sushi rice (cooled)
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped peanuts or other nuts (optional)
Pinch of salt
Optional Coatings/Toppings:
Toasted sesame seeds
Shredded coconut
Cocoa powder
Chopped chocolate or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, chopped nuts, and a pinch of salt. Mix until evenly combined and sticky.
- With slightly damp hands, scoop about 1–2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into firm balls. If the mixture feels too loose, chill for 5–10 minutes before shaping.
- Roll each rice ball in your choice of coating—such as sesame seeds, shredded coconut, or cocoa powder.
- Place the finished balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy chilled or let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Sticky or short-grain rice works best for holding the balls together.
Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less honey or maple syrup.
Mix in mini chocolate chips, raisins, or protein powder for variety.
For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter or tahini.
Store in the fridge or freezer for easy grab-and-go snacks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rice ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
