Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Peanut butter rice krispie treats are one of those desserts that make you feel like a kid again. They're chewy, peanut-buttery perfection...and if you add a layer of chocolate on top? Chef's kiss.
Servings: 30
Calories: 119kcal
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (optional)
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Stovetop Rice Krispie Treats
- Lightly grease a 9 x 13 baking dish or line with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to lift out the treats later.
- In a large saucepan, over low to medium heat, melt the butter just until it's bubbly and golden.3 Tablespoons butter
- Next, stir in the marshmallows and vanilla extract. Stir for a minute or so, until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth. If you're using regular-size marshmallows, give them a little extra time.10 ounces mini marshmallows, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Now mix in the creamy peanut butter until everything is silky and combined.½ cup creamy peanut butter
- Take the pan off the heat and stir in the rice krispies. Gently fold in the cereal until every piece is coated. Work fast, the mixture sets quickly.6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Transfer the mixture to a greased (or parchment lined) 9 x 13 pan. Use a spatula or a piece of wax paper to press everything down evenly.
- Let set at room temperature for a few minutes (don't worry, it doesn't take long). Then cut into squares and enjoy!
Microwave Rice Krispie Treats
- Lightly grease a 9 x 13 baking dish or line with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to lift out the treats later.
- In a large microwave safe bowl, combine the butter, vanilla extract, and marshmallows. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.3 Tablespoons butter, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- Stir in the creamy peanut butter until everything is smooth and glossy.½ cup creamy peanut butter
- Finally, fold in the rice krispies cereal until every piece is coated - work fast, it sets quickly.6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Now press the mixture into a greased (or parchment lined) 9 x 13 baking dish and let set for a few minutes before cutting into squares. Enjoy!
Optional Chocolate Topping
- Melt chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a double boiler or in the microwave at 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.1 cup chocolate chips (optional), 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (optional)
- Spread the chocolate over the top of the treats.
- Let set at room temperature (or even faster in the fridge for a few minutes) and enjoy!
- If you're feeling extra fancy, sprinkle just a little flaky sea salt on top for a perfect sweet-and-salty pop of flavor. Enjoy!Flaky sea salt (optional)
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Notes
💫 Variations and mix-ins
- 🍫 Double chocolate - Stir in mini chocolate chips with the cereal for an extra chocolatey punch.
- 🥜 Extra nutty - Use crunchy peanut butter, or stir in chopped peanuts, cashews, or any other nut you like, for even more nutty flavor.
- 🍯 Honey twist - Swap 2 tablespoons of peanut butter for honey, to add a subtle, natural sweetness.
- 🧂 Sweet & salty - Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the chocolate topping for an irresistible sweet-salty combo.
- 🎉 Party time - Mix in colorful sprinkles with the cereal - instant fun that the kids will love!
- 🍪 Cookie crunch - Add some crumbled cookies or Oreos to the mixure for a sweet tooth upgrade.
- 🥄 Nut butter swap - Use almond or cashew butter instead of peanut butter.
Nutrition
Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 407IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 7mg