Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Craving something sweet and crunchy? Dive into these Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats that blend rich peanut butter and gooey caramel. Perfect for parties or a cozy afternoon snack, they’re easy to make and hard to resist. Try making this delightful treat tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Frying Pan
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 6 cups mini marshmallows divided
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 11 oz Kraft caramels (1 package) unwrapped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons coarse sea salt
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add 4 cups of mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat. Stir in smooth peanut butter until melted. Stir in Rice Krispies and remaining 2 cups of mini marshmallows until well coated. Press into a greased 9×13 pan and set aside. Place Kraft caramels and heavy cream into a small bowl. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals until completely melted. Pour overtop Krispie treats and spread until mostly covered. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt and cool. Cut into bars using a sharp knife and serve. Store in airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: You can freeze the bars for up to a month. Just make sure they're well wrapped.
- Pairing: These treats go great with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Gift Option: Wrap them in cellophane for a thoughtful gift.
- Serving Idea: Serve them at parties for a sweet treat everyone will love!