Peanut Butter Krispies
Indulge in the ultimate no-bake treat with these irresistible Peanut Butter Krispies! Packed with crispy rice cereal, creamy peanut butter, and a luscious honey-sweetened base, these easy-to-make bars come together in just 15 minutes. The crowning glory? A decadent layer of smooth, melted semi-sweet chocolate that elevates every bite. Perfect for a quick dessert, snack, or potluck favorite, these bars combine ooey-gooey textures with a satisfying crunch. They're effortlessly customizable, kid-friendly, and can be prepared with simple pantry staples—ideal when you're craving something sweet yet straightforward. Whether served as squares or bars, these Peanut Butter Krispies are guaranteed to disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the honey and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture begins to dissolve and comes to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, measure out 6 cups of crispy rice cereal. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cereal and gently stir with a spatula until all the cereal is evenly coated.
Transfer the cereal mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Press the mixture down evenly using the back of the spatula or clean hands.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the pressed cereal mixture in the baking dish. Use a spatula to smooth the surface.
Let the Peanut Butter Krispies set at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or place them in the refrigerator for faster setting (about 30 minutes).
Once the chocolate layer is firm, slice into squares or bars and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.4 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.9 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 5676 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1060.0 g | 385% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 407.2 g | ||
| Protein | 119.3 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 95.5 mg | 531% | |
| Potassium | 2276 mg | 48% | |
*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.
