Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Rice Krispie Treats
Indulge in the ultimate no-bake treat with these irresistible Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Rice Krispie Treats! This quick and easy recipe combines the classic crunch of Rice Krispies cereal with creamy peanut butter and gooey marshmallow goodness, creating a perfectly chewy base with a nutty twist. Generous chunks of rich chocolate are folded in for a luscious bite of sweetness in every square, while a sprinkle of flaky sea salt (optional) adds a gourmet touch. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, these treats are ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or after-school snacks. Simple, satisfying, and deliciously decadent, this no-fuss dessert will become a family favorite in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
- 0.5 teaspoons flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.
Add the mini marshmallows to the pot and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
Stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
Remove the pot from the heat and immediately fold in the Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow-peanut butter mixture.
Gently fold in the chocolate chunks so they are evenly distributed, being careful not to overmix as they may melt.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or your hands (lightly greased with butter or sprayed with non-stick spray) to press it evenly into the dish without compressing it too tightly.
If desired, sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top of the treats.
Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour or until they are fully set.
Once cooled, cut into 12 squares or your desired size and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.6 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.4 g | 452% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 3396 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 777.4 g | 283% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.8 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 480.6 g | ||
| Protein | 79.5 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 50.4 mg | 280% | |
| Potassium | 2482 mg | 53% | |
*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.
