Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect twist on the classic Rice Krispies combining two classic flavors. These squares are a match made in heaven for chocolate peanut butter lovers.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Squares Recipe
If you love peanut butter cups you need to try this twist on the classic Rice Krispie square! These squares taste just like a peanut butter cup! They are so delicious and easy to make. A great make ahead sweet treat!
I love simple no bake desserts that require only a handful of ingredients. When prepping for a dinner party or if I need a treat to bring to a friend I lean towards no bake recipes. They are quick and delicious and I don't have to spend a lot of time prepping them.
These peanut butter Rice Krispie treats are the perfect simple no bake dessert that you can whip up in no time... and when there’s peanut butter and chocolate involved, you really can’t go wrong!
What is in this Dessert?
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- Classic Rice Krispie squares are made with marshmallows, butter and puffed rice cereal. This twist on the classic adds in peanut butter and chocolate! These squares taste just like a peanut butter cup but with all the added flavors of a classic Rice Krispie square!
How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Squares
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1 In a large pot, over low heat, melt butter and peanut butter until combined. Add marshmallows and continue to stir until they are all melted and incorporated with the peanut butter mixture.
3 Fold in the rice krispies and combine until everything is mixed together.
4 In a greased baking dish, 9”x13”, pour and press the mixture into an even layer.
5 Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave. Pour over the rice krispie layer and spread smooth layer to cover. Scatter chopped peanuts on top, if desired.
6 Chill in the refrigerator for approximately 2 hours or until chocolate is set.
Cut into squares, serve and enjoy!
Tips and Tricks
Can I use natural peanut butter? I do not recommend using natural peanut butter because the peanut butter can end up separating while melting and the squares will not set or harden.
Should I use chunky or smooth peanut butter? Yes, I prefer chunky as it adds an extra texture into the square but smooths works too!
How do I store Rice Krispie squares? Store in an air tight container, Ziploc bag or individually wrap each square in plastic wrap for a grab and go snack!
Are you a Chocolate Peanut Butter Lover?
Try my EASY Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge! It tastes just like a Reese's peanut butter cup!
Full recipe linked here
Enjoy!
- Sab
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Squares
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- ½ cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 40 regular size marshmallows or 1 ⅓ cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- Optional garnish: chopped peanuts
Instructions
- In a large pot, over low heat, melt butter and peanut butter until combined. Add marshmallows and continue to stir until they are all melted and incorporated with the peanut butter mixture.
- Fold in the rice krispies and combine until everything is mixed together.
- In a greased baking dish, 9”x13”, pour and press the mixture into an even layer.
- Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave. Pour over the rice krispie layer and spread smooth layer to cover. Scatter chopped peanuts on top, if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for approximately 2 hours or until chocolate is set.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Trace says
Looks fabulous - does it harden & have a good crunch to it? We don't like soft rice krispies & am still searching for our go to recipe. Thanks
fedbysab says
Yes they do harden. If you prefer crunchy rice krispies you can press them extra compact into the baking dish. This will ensure they are crunchy and not soft.