Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups: No-Bake Delight

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups are easy, no-bake treats that delight both kids and adults alike.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Setting Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 cups

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 cup creamy peanut butter or crunchy for texture
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal or other crispy cereals

Topping Ingredients

1 cup chocolate chips dark or white chocolate options
1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
1 pinch sea salt optional

Equipment

Medium saucepan
Large mixing bowl
Muffin tin
Spatula
Microwave-safe bowl

Method

Preparation Instructions

Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 2 cups of mini marshmallows over low heat, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until smooth.
Stir in 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mix well for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
In a large bowl, pour in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal and fold in the melted peanut butter mixture using a spatula until evenly coated.
Press small amounts of the mixture into a lined muffin tin to form cups, about half full.
Melt 1 cup of chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth, then spoon over each Rice Krispie cup.
Refrigerate for about 20 minutes to set; once firm, gently peel off paper liners and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, store in an airtight container and consume within a week. These cups can also be frozen for later enjoyment.

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