Creamy Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Squares
Indulge in the ultimate combination of creamy, chewy, and crunchy with these irresistible Creamy Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Squares! This no-bake treat upgrades the classic Rice Krispies squares with the rich flavor of creamy peanut butter and the gooey sweetness of melted mini marshmallows. With just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, including a dash of vanilla extract for extra depth, these easy-to-make squares are perfect for kids' parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings. Customize them with a luscious chocolate drizzle for a decadent finishing touch. Whether served as a midday snack or a nostalgic dessert, these peanut butter Rice Krispies squares will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 10 cups Mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 0.5 cup Chocolate chips (optional, for drizzle or topping)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray. Set aside.
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.
Add the creamy peanut butter to the melted butter and stir until fully combined and smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and add the mini marshmallows to the pot. Stir constantly until the marshmallows have completely melted into a smooth mixture.
Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
Remove the pot from the heat and add the Rice Krispies cereal. Gently fold the cereal into the marshmallow mixture until fully coated.
Using a buttered spatula or clean, greased hands, press the mixture evenly into the prepared 9x13-inch baking dish. Be careful not to press too hard, as it may result in overly dense squares.
If desired, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second increments, stirring between sessions, until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the surface of the pressed mixture.
Allow the mixture to cool and set at room temperature for at least 1 hour or refrigerate for 30 minutes for quicker setting.
Once firm, slice into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.1 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.4 g | 352% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2436 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 697.6 g | 254% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 406.0 g | ||
| Protein | 78.0 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 47.3 mg | 263% | |
| Potassium | 1981 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
