These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are a fun twist on the classic. They combine a perfect balance of creamy peanut butter with gooey marshmallows and are topped with rich chocolate. These treats are so easy to make and perfect for movie night or an easy entertaining dessert!
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I love making these Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats when I need an easy dessert for the boys or for sleepovers or parties and play dates with other kids! They are always a big hit! Here is another fun variation Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats perfect for Valentine's Day or a Girl's gathering!
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Recipe Highlights
- The combination of creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and gooey marshmallows make a perfectly balanced treat!
- These treats are so easy to make with minimal steps and simple pantry ingredients.
- Whether you're craving a sweet snack for movie night in, or need a quick dessert for a gathering, these treats are always a crowd pleaser!
Ingredient Notes
- Rice Krispies Cereal: the base for these treats with the perfect crisp texture.
- Peanut Butter: Adds a nutty flavor and creamy consistency, a fun twist on the classic!
- Marshmallows: Bind the ingredients together and add delicious sweet vanilla flavor and gooey texture to the treats.
- Unsalted Butter: Adds a rich buttery flavor.
- Salt: a pinch of salt in this recipe enhances all the flavors and balances the sweetness.
- Vanilla Extract: adds some delicious flavor and aroma to the treats.
- Semisweet Chocolate Chips: melted chocolate chips are a perfect topping for the treats.
- Coconut Oil (Optional): Helps to thin the chocolate chips for a smoother topping.
How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
1: Melt the butter and peanut butter until smooth.
2: Add the marshmallows.
3: Add salt and vanilla and mix until the marshmallows have melted and the mixture is smooth.
4: Add cereal and mix until evenly combined.
5: Spread the mixture into a prepared pan.
6: Mix glaze ingredients until smooth.
7: Smooth glaze over rice krispie treats.
8: Cut evenly in squares once set and enjoy!
Tips for making the best Peanut Butter and Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats
- Add chopped nuts or a drizzle of melted peanut butter to the treats before serving for added flavor and texture.
- Use parchment paper to line the baking pan to make it easier to remove and clean up.
- If the melted chocolate chips are too thick to spread on the treats thin it out with some coconut oil.
Storage Tips
These treats can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3 days for optimal freshness. You can also choose to store them in the refrigerator for 5 days. Bring them to room temperature before serving.
I hope you love these Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats. If you make this recipe, leave a comment and a rating! I'd love to know how you liked it. Enjoy, xoxo!
Recipe
Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 6 ½ cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 40 marshmallows or 5 ½ cups mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- optional * chopped peanuts or drizzled peanut butter for serving.
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips *you can also use milk chocolate for a sweeter treat that tastes more like Reese’s peanut butter cups.
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil optional, for smoother texture
Instructions
- Prepare a 9x9 inch baking pan by either greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. Next, add the peanut butter and stir with a rubber spatula until smooth and well combined.
- Add the marshmallows to the pot and stir until they are completely melted and combined with the peanut butter mixture. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the Rice Krispies cereal. Be sure to evenly coat the mixture!
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Press it evenly into the pan using a spatula or wax paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add in the coconut oil if using and stir until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the rice krispie treats, spreading it evenly and carefully with an offset spatula.If desired garnish with chopped peanuts or drizzle with peanut butter.
- Allow the treats to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Once set, use a sharp knife to cut the treats into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Expert Tips:
- Add chopped nuts or a drizzle of melted peanut butter to the treats before serving for added flavor and texture.
- Use parchment paper to line the baking pan to make it easier to remove and clean up.
- If the melted chocolate chips are too thick to spread on the treats thin it out with some coconut oil.
natalie says
Peanut butter and chocolate and a rice krispie treat?! These are going to be the perfect thing to make for our lake trips this summer. I can't wait for everyone to try them. Delicious! Thanks for sharing!