Description
Indulgent peanut butter cup rice krispies treats merge classic childhood snacks with chocolatey decadence. Chocolate-studded marshmallow squares deliver a nostalgic crunch that satisfies sweet cravings with irresistible charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- 1 (10 ounces / 280 grams) bag mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup mini peanut butter cups, halved
- 1/2 cup melted chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- In a spacious saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until it becomes golden and fragrant.
- Add peanut butter to the melted butter, whisking until the mixture transforms into a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Reduce heat and introduce mini marshmallows, continuously stirring until they completely dissolve and create a silky liquid.
- Remove pan from heat and immediately incorporate Rice Krispies cereal, ensuring each crisp morsel gets thoroughly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Carefully fold chopped peanut butter cups into the cereal blend, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Prepare a 9×13-inch pan by lightly greasing the surface to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the warm mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula or clean hands to press and spread it into a uniform layer, creating an even surface.
- Allow treats to rest at room temperature for approximately 30-45 minutes, permitting them to set and solidify.
- Optional: Drizzle melted chocolate across the top for added decadence.
- Once completely cooled, slice into squares and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose unsalted butter to control the overall saltiness of the treats, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
- Opt for natural peanut butter with no added sugar for a richer, less sweet taste that complements the marshmallows.
- Work quickly when mixing marshmallows and cereal to prevent the mixture from hardening before evenly coating the Rice Krispies.
- For gluten-free version, use gluten-free Rice Krispies and check that peanut butter cups are gluten-free certified.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 276 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg