I’m gearing up for Superbowl, and in my world, that has nothing to do with the sport, the teams, or wherever it’s located. Where is the Superbowl? For me, it’s just another excuse to eat, cook, and be merry. Yup, I’ll be throwing you a couple of ideas for your party and I think a football shaped treat is just the way to start us off on the right foot.
I’ve had this Peanut Butter Ball recipe for years and I’ve adapted it many times. I’ve done it with creamy peanut butter and crunchy peanut butter, different but both are good. I’ve used milk chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, and dark chocolate for the coating. It’s an easy no-bake recipe, swappable and adaptable, so I thought it would be perfect for yet another re-incarnation, as footballs! I already know this is a crowd-pleaser. Lon wanted me to tell you all that he can eat “8 Million of these”. Adam Richman(Man Vs. Food), I think you have a challenger.
These are a bit sweeter than my normal treat, very peanut butter-y rice krispy treats, covered in chocolate. It certainly satisfies the kid in you (or Lon for sure).
Have you ever bitten into a football?
Chocolate Peanut Butter Footballs
~about 32 footballs
- 4 cups confectioner’s sugar
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal (like rice krispies)
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter or 2 1/4 cups crunchy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 13 ounces chopped chocolate (or chocolate chips)
- 1/2 recipe royal icing
Instructions –
1. Toss together confectioner’s sugar and rice cereal in a very large bowl. Set aside.
2. Melt peanut butter and butter together in a medium sauce pot over low heat, while stirring. Pour over sugar and rice cereal and mix thoroughly.
3. Form into 2 1/2″ to 2 3/4″ long footballs in your hands. Don’t worry if you crush the rice cereal. Cover and chill for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
4. Melt chocolate over a double boiler. Use two spoons to maneuver a football in the chocolate until it is coated allover. Set on wax paper. Repeat with all of the footballs. Set them aside to dry.
5. Pipe royal icing onto footballs. Set aside to dry. Store in an airtight container in room temperature until ready to serve. Best within two days but will last for at least 5 days.
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Very clever idea! Sweet, but everyone likes a sweet treat on Super Bowl day!
can imagine these flying across your living room…your guests mouths agape, catching them 🙂
Those look absolutely outstanding. I make nachos every super bowl. They’re very good, but if you guys wanted to do a post with some ideas / suggestions, this is a great time of year to raise it.
Totally agree with you – Superbowl is ALL about the food and these treats are positively fabulous. In fact, I think these star players will score a few touchdowns at our Superbowl party this year.
These are just too cute! I love it!
Wow–these are adorable! Love them!
These are super cute!
Oh my gosh, I have a crush on them! So cute!
This is so cute. Everyone would gobble these up in a second.
aren’t you clever! of course my favorite thing is the very appropriate and fun shape, but dang–it’s so easy! i do believe i’m now indebted to you. 🙂
ravenouscouple, excellent idea. I like football a little more now.
Bill G, I didn’t have a nacho post planned but want to share your recipe? You know I will usually do any recipe at request but I hope you’ll let it slide this time because we’re now in packing mode and trying to slim down on the pantry.
Nommsville, I’d be honored to have influenced your Superbowl party!
Grace, I am going to hold you to it. hehe
Yummiest footballs I ever did see!
These are adorable!
wow these are so cute! I am totally bookmarking this for the Superbowl. The boys will love them.
Those are adorable!
WOW looks mad good!
Wow, these are so cute! I would love to link to this if you don’t mind. I’m putting together Roundup of fun and delicious Super Bowl Ideas!
Rachel, would love to be included in your round-up!
my husband is going to LOVE these!
I made these for the Superbowl last night and everyone loved them. Great idea!
First of all, ADORABLE! These were a huge hit at the Football party, everyone says they were like “crack”. Now it’s a must-have at every party…
Yummyyyy