Description
Indulge in these delightful Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats, a no-bake dessert that combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and marshmallows with crispy cereal. Quick and easy to make, these squares are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 package (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Melt Butters and Marshmallows: In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and peanut butter until smooth. Add mini marshmallows, stirring constantly until melted and creamy.
- Add Flavor: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and salt if using.
- Combine: Gently fold in Rice Krispies cereal until coated.
- Press and Cool: Transfer mixture to dish, press evenly, and let cool for 30 minutes. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For a chocolatey twist, drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top while still warm.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
