Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
These classic no-bake chocolate peanut butter Rice Krispie treats are made with peanut butter, chocolate chips, marshmallows, and vanilla.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Refrigeration time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 20
Calories: 450kcal
Author: Kelsey Smith
Cost: $12
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter divided
- 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
- 20 ounces mini marshmallows two 10 oz bags
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 9 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Melt butter over medium-low heat in a large pot. Next, add 1-¾ cup of the creamy peanut butter (reserving ¼ cup for the peanut butter drizzle) and chocolate chips and stir with a silicone spatula until melted.
Once combined, add the marshmallows stirring frequently until completely melted.
Remove the marshmallow mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Fold in the cereal one cup at a time to ensure the Rice Krispies are evenly coated.
Spray a 9×13 inch baking pan with baking spray or line with parchment paper. Spread the Rice Krispies mixture into the prepared pan using a buttered spatula or wax paper to evenly and lightly press it in.
In a small, microwave-safe bowl, microwave the ¼ cup of reserved peanut butter on high for 30–45 seconds. Drizzle over the Rice Krispies using a spoon or a sandwich baggie as a piping bag.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour. Cover and store at room temperature once set.
For best results, use fresh marshmallows.
Store up to 3 days at room temperature in an airtight container. To freeze, place the treats in layers separated by wax paper in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks.
Adapted from Sally's Baking Addiction.
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 225mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 1059IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 5mg