Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Peanut Butter Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats that combines creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate for a delightful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (about 180 g)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (about 250 g)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 175 g)
- 4 cups marshmallows (about 280 g, mini or regular)
- A pinch of salt (to taste)
- Sea salt for sprinkling on top (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your pan by greasing a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
- Melt the marshmallows and peanut butter in a large saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in the Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish using a spatula or dampened hands.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Spread the melted chocolate over the pressed Rice Krispie mixture.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the melted chocolate if desired.
- Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes until the chocolate is set.
- Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- To make gluten-free, ensure Rice Krispies are certified gluten-free.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Peanut Butter, Chocolate, Rice Krispie Treats, Dessert, No-Bake