Christmas Chocolate Rice Krispie Pudding Balls

🎄 Mediterranean Christmas Chocolate Rice Krispie Pudding Balls

Ingredients

• 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal

• ½ cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa preferred)

• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil or unsalted butter

• ⅓ cup honey or date syrup

• ½ cup thick Greek yogurt

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional, festive touch)

Optional Coatings

• Unsweetened cocoa powder

• Crushed pistachios or almonds

• Shredded coconut

• Dark chocolate drizzle

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Instructions

1. Melt chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt dark chocolate with olive oil (or butter) until smooth.

2. Make pudding base: Stir honey, Greek yogurt, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon into the melted chocolate until creamy.

3. Add cereal: Gently fold in Rice Krispies until evenly coated.

4. Shape balls: Let mixture cool slightly, then roll into small bite-size balls.

5. Coat: Roll in cocoa powder, nuts, or coconut—or drizzle with extra melted chocolate.

6. Chill: Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes until firm.

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Serving & Storage

• Keep refrigerated up to 5 days

• Perfect for Christmas platters, gift boxes, or dessert tables

• Serve slightly chilled for best texture

Variations

• Dairy-free: Use coconut yogurt

• Extra crunch: Add chopped hazelnuts or sesame seeds

• Kid-friendly: Swap dark chocolate for milk chocolate