Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups combine the classic crispy texture of Rice Krispies with a rich peanut butter and marshmallow base, topped with a smooth layer of melted chocolate. Perfect for a no-bake treat that kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Melt the Base: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and mini marshmallows while stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Peanut Butter: Stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract (if using) until the mixture is fully combined and creamy in texture.
- Mix with Cereal: Pour the Rice Krispies cereal into a large mixing bowl. Add the peanut butter and marshmallow mixture and gently fold to coat all the cereal evenly without crushing the pieces.
- Shape the Cups: Line a muffin tin with paper liners. Evenly spoon the coated cereal mixture into each muffin cup and press down gently to flatten the tops.
- Add Chocolate Layer: Melt the chocolate chips using a microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth. Spoon the melted chocolate over each Rice Krispie cup and spread evenly. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top for contrast.
- Set & Serve: Allow the cups to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes or place in the refrigerator to set faster. Once firm, remove from the muffin tin and peel off the paper liners to serve.
Notes
- For a quicker set, refrigerate the cups for at least 15 minutes.
- Use creamy peanut butter for the best texture; natural peanut butter may make the mixture less cohesive.
- You can substitute chocolate chips with white or dark chocolate based on preference.
- Store leftover cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- To make these gluten free, ensure Rice Krispies cereal is gluten free certified.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups, no bake dessert, peanut butter treats, chocolate rice krispie cups, easy dessert recipe
