These Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats are the perfect sweet treat! The combination of crunchy cereal, smooth peanut butter, and rich chocolate creates a delicious dessert that’s sure to be a hit! You won’t regret making these chocolate peanut butter bars for your next party!

 

Classic Rice Krispies Treats are a sweet treat that I grew up on, I bet you did as well. My mom always had the ingredients on hand to make them so that we could make them whenever that craving hit! Make a batch of Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats are for holidays, parties, or just for an after-school snack.

Why you’ll love these Peanut Butter Rice Krispies

• They are simple and easy to make; you don’t need any special ingredients; and they taste delicious!
• The combination of crunchy rice cereal, creamy peanut butter, and decadent chocolate creates an irresistible dessert.
• Plus, crispy rice cerea; treats are really budget-friendly and can be made in just a few minutes.

Ingredients to Make Rice Krispie Treats with Peanut Butter

You only need a handful of simple ingredients to help you make this recipe. All of these ingredients are easy to find at your local grocery store, and you may already have some of them in your pantry to help you save a little cash.

• Salted Butter
• Marshmallows – I used mini marshmallows, full sized work too!
• Peanut Butter
• Vanilla Extract
• Rice Krispies Cereal – I used Kellogg’s Rice Krispies brand but any generic or brand cereal will work
• Chocolate Chips
• Shortening

See recipe card for quantities.

How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats

Making this delicious and peanut butter filled recipe is so simple. Just follow the instructions below and you will have a simple snack recipe in no time at all.

1. In a large pot or large saucepan melt the butter over low heat.
2. Add marshmallows, peanut butter and vanilla. Stir until melted and blended.
3. Remove from heat and add in the Rice Krispies. Stir until blended.
4. Transfer to prepared pan and gently press the mixture into place. Set aside.
5. Place the chocolate chips and shortening onto a microwavable dish. Microwave for 30 seconds. Stir and repeat until mixture is melted.
6. Pour melted chocolate over the rice krispie treats and spread with a spatula.
7. Allow chocolate to set. Once set, cut into bars.

Tip: Spray your baking dish well with nonstick cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper for easy clean up, and cutting.

Substitutions

Are you out of one of the ingredients needed to make this recipe? Here are a few of my favorite tried and true swaps for this recipe.

• Cocoa Rice Krispies – Add even more flavor to this sweet treat by using Cocoa Krispies instead.
• Coconut Oil – Coconut oil can be used instead of shortening in this recipe.
• Chocolate Chips – You can customize this recipe by using milk chocolate, dark chocolate or even white chocolate chips instead of the semi-sweet.
• Crunchy Peanut Butter – adds a bit more crunch and flavor.
• Almond Butter – if it’s your preference.
• Cashew Butter – Let me know if you try it instead of the peanut butter.

Variations

Here are a few ways that you can personalize this recipe to add your own flare to it.

• Nuts – Chopped peanuts or pecans can be added for crunch and extra flavor.
• M&M’s – Add M&M’s to the melted chocolate before pouring it over the top of the treats for an added crunch.
• Flaky Sea Salt – Sprinkle a bit on top of the crispy treats. It pairs well with the chocolate topping.

If you love these no-bake treats, then next time you may want to give this S’Mores Krispies Treats recipe a try!

Storage / Freezing

Leftovers – You can store this sweet treat in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you can manage to not eat them all before then!

Freezing – I don’t recommend freezing them as the cereal can get soggy when thawed.

FAQ

Do you have questions about these chocolate peanut butter rice krispies treats? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.

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Other Peanut Butter Desserts

These are my favorite peanut butter desserts. I hope you give them a try!

I hope you give this Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats recipe a try. My family has really enjoyed them. If you asked my gown kids they would tell you that they became a childhood favorite.