Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic dessert. Combining the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

This easy Desserts Recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and can be made in under 30 minutes, making it a great choice for a quick treat or a fun cooking project with kids.

Quick and Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

This recipe features crispy rice cereal mixed with melted chocolate and creamy peanut butter, forming a chewy and crunchy treat that everyone will love. It takes about 20 minutes to prepare and sets in the refrigerator for a perfect finish.

Ingredients

4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Extra chocolate chips for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Pan: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Melt the Mixture: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, peanut butter, and chocolate chips together, stirring until smooth.
Mix in Sugar: Remove from heat and stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine with Cereal: Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the mixture and stir until evenly coated.
Transfer to Pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly with a spatula or your hands.
Chill: Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for a few minutes, then refrigerate for about 30 minutes to set.
Serve: Once set, cut into squares and drizzle with extra melted chocolate if desired. Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats!