Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
The ultimate sweet treat for peanut butter lovers! Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are crispy, gooey, and drizzled with rich chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these easy-to-make bars are a crowd favorite. Enjoy them at parties or as a delightful snack!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Frying Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter Use a full cup for extra gooey treats!
- 1/2 cup maple syrup Or honey for sweetness.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 – 1 cup dark chocolate chips Milk chocolate also works.
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract over low heat until melted and combined evenly. You can also do this in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments until smooth and drippy.
- Pour the mixture over the Rice Krispies cereal in a medium mixing bowl and stir gently to combine and evenly coat.
- Press the mixture (press really hard!) into an 8×8 pan lined with parchment paper and chill until cool.
- Melt the dark chocolate chips in a bowl in the microwave in 20-second increments. Stir between each round until melted. Do not overheat the chocolate. When most of the chips are melted, keep stirring until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate coating over the peanut butter mixture and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Chill until the chocolate has set. You can add a chocolate drizzle as well after the layer of chocolate has set if desired.
- Cut into squares and serve! You can keep them in the refrigerator if desired–I prefer them that way!
Notes
- Thickness: The bars themselves will be just about 1 inch thickness. For a thicker bar, use a 6×8 inch pan or double the recipe and add it to a 9×9 inch pan.
- Microwave Option: You can combine the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla in a microwave-safe bowl instead of the stovetop.
- Natural Peanut Butter: Creamy, natural peanut butter, the kind you have to stir, works best because it is nice and drippy.
- Chocolate Melting Method: Melt your chocolate chips in the microwave or use the double boiler method.
- Chocolate Drizzle: Everything is tastier with a drizzle of chocolate—feel free to add it!