Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
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!
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Butter
- 5 cup Mini Marshmallows (about 10 oz bag)
- 1/2 cup Peanut Butter
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 6 cup Rice Krispie
- 1 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips
- 2 tbsp Shortening
Instructions
- Line a 9x13" inch pan with with parchmant paper or grease it. Set aside.
- In a large pan melt the butter over low heat.
- Add marshmallows, peanut butter and vanilla.
- Stir until melted and blended.
- Remove from heat and add in the Rice Krispies.
- Stir until blended.
- Transfer to prepared pan and gently press the mixture into place. Set aside.
- Place the chocolate chips and shortening onto a microwavable dish.
- Microwave for 30 seconds. Stir and repeat until mixture is melted.
- Pour melted chocolate over the rice krispie treats and spread with a spatula.
- Allow chocolate to set.
- Once set, cut into bars.
Notes
If using unsalted butter, add 1/8 teaspoon salt.
Leftovers – You can store this sweet treat in an airtight container for up to three days.
Freezing – I don’t recommend freezing them as the cereal can get soggy when thawed.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 167mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 1049IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 4mg