Description
These Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are a classic no-bake dessert that combines the sweet, gooey goodness of marshmallows with the rich flavor of peanut butter. Easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 bag (10 oz) mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- optional: ½ cup chocolate chips or drizzle for topping
Instructions
- Melt the Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and peanut butter together until smooth.
- Add Marshmallows: Add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add Cereal: Quickly fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, mixing until evenly coated.
- Press into Pan: Press the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add Toppings: If using, sprinkle chocolate chips on top while still warm, or drizzle with melted chocolate once cooled.
- Let Set: Let set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a firmer texture, chill the treats in the fridge for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture or mix in chopped peanuts for a salty-sweet bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
