Classic Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats with Chocolate
These classic no-bake peanut butter Rice Krispie treats are chewy, crunchy, and full of nutty flavor — perfect for snacks, parties, or quick desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 20 bars 1x
Ingredients
Scale
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6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
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10 oz mini marshmallows (about 5½ cups)
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¼ cup unsalted butter
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
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Grease a 9×13-inch pan or line with parchment.
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In a large pot, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until melted.
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Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla.
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Quickly fold in the cereal until fully coated.
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Press into pan gently with greased hands or spatula.
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Let cool 30 minutes, then cut into bars.
Notes
Add chocolate drizzle or stir in chopped peanuts for extra flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.