Peanut Butter Rice Krispy Treats with Chocolate Frosting
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Peanut Butter Rice Krispy Treats with Chocolate Frosting—a no-bake dessert that combines crispy, chewy, and decadent flavors in every bite. The rich, nutty base is made from a dreamy blend of creamy peanut butter, gooey marshmallows, and crunchy Rice Krispies cereal, pressed into a perfectly snackable layer. Topped with a luscious, velvety chocolate frosting infused with vanilla and a hint of heavy cream, this treat is elevated with a sprinkle of optional sea salt for a gourmet touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, these bars are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, potlucks, or casual sweet cravings. Easy to make and even easier to love, this recipe is a must-add to your dessert repertoire!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.
Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and mix in the creamy peanut butter until fully incorporated.
Remove the pot from heat and gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated with the marshmallow-peanut butter mixture.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down evenly using a greased spatula or parchment paper. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
To make the chocolate frosting, place the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate frosting.
Evenly spread the chocolate frosting over the cooled Rice Krispy layer using a spatula.
Optional: Sprinkle sea salt over the frosting for added flavor.
Allow the bars to set at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for faster setting (about 30 minutes).
Once set, cut into 12 squares or your desired serving size and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5970 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 299.1 g | 383% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.9 g | 654% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 3540 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 803.6 g | 292% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.5 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 494.0 g | ||
| Protein | 87.2 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 49.5 mg | 275% | |
| Potassium | 1667 mg | 35% | |
*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.
