Secret Ingredient Rice Krispies Squares
Elevate a beloved classic with these irresistible Secret Ingredient Rice Krispies Squares! Featuring creamy peanut butter as the "secret ingredient," this recipe takes traditional cereal bars to a whole new level of indulgence. The smooth peanut butter adds a rich, nutty twist, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of melted marshmallows and a hint of vanilla. A pinch of sea salt enhances the flavors, creating the ultimate sweet-and-salty treat. Ready in just 15 minutes, these no-bake cereal bars are perfect for after-school snacks, bake sales, or dessert cravings. Effortless to make yet utterly delicious, these chewy and gooey squares are sure to become your go-to Rice Krispies recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 cups mini marshmallows
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 0.5 cups secret ingredient (smooth peanut butter)
Instructions
1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a light coating of butter, and set it aside.
2. In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
3. Once the butter has fully melted, add the mini marshmallows to the pot. Stir continuously until the marshmallows have melted into a smooth and creamy mixture.
4. Add the vanilla extract, sea salt, and the secret ingredient (smooth peanut butter) to the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir well to combine.
5. Remove the pot from the heat and immediately fold in the Rice Krispies cereal. Gently stir until the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared 9x13-inch baking dish. Use a spatula or lightly greased hands to press the mixture evenly into the dish. Avoid pressing too hard to keep the squares light and airy.
7. Let the Rice Krispies squares cool at room temperature for 30 minutes or until firm.
8. Once cooled, cut into 12 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 438 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 121 mg | 3% | |
*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.
