You’ll Never Make Rice Krispie Treats the Old Way Again After Trying This Recipe

A close-up photo of Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars stacked neatly on a white plate. Each bar has a thick, golden Rice Krispie base topped with a smooth layer of chocolate. The tops are sprinkled with chopped peanuts and mini peanut butter cups. The background is a light wooden surface, and the lighting highlights the bars' texture and rich colors.

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Try this fun twist on the classic Rice Krispie Treats!

These are called Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars. They’re easy to make and super tasty. The mix of chocolate and peanut butter is a favorite for both kids and grown-ups. Everyone will love them!

Ingredients

  • 6 cups of Rice Krispie cereal
  • 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
  • 1 bag (10 ounces) of mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup of smooth peanut butter
  • 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/2 cup of crushed peanuts or mini peanut butter cups for topping

Instructions

Get your pan ready.
Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or spread some butter on it.

Measure the cereal.
Pour 6 cups of Rice Krispie cereal into a big bowl. Set it aside for now.

Melt the marshmallows.
In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. Then add the mini marshmallows. Stir all the time until everything is melted and smooth.

Mix in the peanut butter.
Add the smooth peanut butter to the melted marshmallows. Stir until it all blends together nicely.

Add the cereal.
Pour the warm mixture over the Rice Krispies in your bowl. Stir everything together with a greased spoon or spatula until all the cereal is coated.

Press it into the pan.
Scoop the cereal mixture into your greased baking dish. Use a greased spatula or your hands to press it down evenly.

Melt the chocolate.
Put the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat them for 30 seconds at a time, stirring after each time, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Be careful—don’t let it burn!

Spread the chocolate.
Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal bars. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly.

Add toppings (optional).
If you want, sprinkle crushed peanuts or mini peanut butter cups on top while the chocolate is still warm.

Let it cool.
Let the bars cool at room temperature. Or, place them in the fridge for about 30 minutes to cool faster.

Cut and enjoy!
Once the chocolate is set, cut the bars into squares or rectangles. Then it’s time to enjoy your delicious treat!

This treat really hits the spot when I’m craving something sweet! And it’s the perfect match for a fun day with your grandkids—just like chocolate and peanut butter go together! 😛

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