Easy Frozen Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treat Bars
Craving a no-bake dessert that’s as effortless as it is addictive? These Easy Frozen Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treat Bars are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, blending creamy peanut butter, golden honey, and crunchy Rice Krispies into a perfectly chewy base. Topped with a luscious layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate and a sprinkle of optional sea salt, these treats deliver the ultimate sweet-and-salty combination with every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and perfect for the freezer, they’re an ideal make-ahead dessert or snack that’s best served chilled for maximum flavor and texture. Whether you’re hosting a get-together, packing lunchbox treats, or simply treating yourself, these bars are irresistibly simple and undeniably delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.25 teaspoons Sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang for easy removal of the bars.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter, honey, and butter. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the Rice Krispies cereal. Mix until the cereal is evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or your hands (dampened slightly to prevent sticking) to press the mixture down firmly and evenly.
Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval until fully melted and smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate over the pressed cereal mixture, spreading it evenly with a spatula. If desired, sprinkle sea salt over the top for a sweet-and-salty flavor.
Place the baking dish in the freezer for at least 1 hour, or until the bars are firm and set.
Once set, remove the bars from the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 squares or bars using a sharp knife.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.2 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.2 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1740 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.8 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 165.4 g | ||
| Protein | 65.7 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1550 mg | 33% | |
*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.
