Description
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Roll is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a crispy rice cereal base combined with creamy peanut butter and melted marshmallows, topped with a luscious chocolate-peanut butter glaze. Easy to prepare and perfect for a kid-friendly snack or an indulgent treat, this roll is sliced into bite-sized rounds and served chilled or at room temperature.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Rice Krispies Base
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 bag (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Chocolate-Peanut Butter Topping
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup semisweet or milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the entire bag of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Combine Peanut Butter and Flavorings: Stir in 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter, the vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into the melted marshmallow mixture until completely combined. Remove the pan from heat.
- Incorporate Rice Krispies: Gently fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal into the marshmallow mixture until the cereal is evenly coated.
- Shape the Base: Lay out a large sheet of parchment paper and spread the coated cereal mixture into a thin, even rectangle approximately 10 by 14 inches while still warm. Let it cool for 3 to 5 minutes until just pliable and easy to handle.
- Melt Chocolate-Peanut Butter Topping: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup peanut butter with 1/2 cup of chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until smooth and fully melted.
- Spread Topping and Roll: Evenly spread the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the Rice Krispies rectangle. Starting from the shorter end, use the parchment paper to carefully roll the mixture into a tight log.
- Chill and Set: Wrap the roll tightly in the parchment paper and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour, allowing it to firm up.
- Slice and Serve: Once chilled and firm, slice the roll into 1-inch rounds. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a delicious treat.
Notes
- For added crunch and texture, incorporate chopped peanuts or pretzels into the Rice Krispies mixture before shaping.
- Drizzle extra melted chocolate over the top before slicing for an elegant presentation and enhanced flavor.
