Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups! These no-bake treats combine the creamy richness of peanut butter with luscious chocolate and crispy Rice Krispies, creating a perfect snack or dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party, needing a quick pick-me-up, or preparing fun treats for kids’ lunchboxes, these cups are sure to be a hit. With just 10 minutes of preparation and no need for an oven, making these sweet delights is a breeze. Customize them with your favorite toppings or enjoy them as they are—the choice is yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter and mini marshmallows in a medium saucepan over low heat until smooth.
- Stir in the peanut butter (and vanilla if using) until well combined.
- In a large bowl, fold the Rice Krispies into the melted mixture until evenly coated.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners and spoon the mixture into each cup, pressing down gently.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Spoon melted chocolate over each cup and sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Allow to cool at room temperature or refrigerate until set before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in crushed nuts or dried fruit. Adjust sweetness by using dark chocolate chips or sugar-free alternatives.