Indulgent Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups Recipe

Delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups that are easy no-bake treats for everyone.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Chilling Time 20

Total Time 50

Servings: 12 cups

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Base

4 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Can substitute with margarine or coconut oil.
2 cups Mini Marshmallows Use vegan marshmallows for plant-based.
1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Substitute with crunchy peanut butter for texture.
4 cups Rice Krispies Cereal Any crispy cereal can be used.

Topping

1 cup Chocolate Chips Use dark or vegan chocolate for a healthier option.
Vanilla Extract Optional, enhances flavor.
Sea Salt Optional, adds flavor balance.

Equipment

Medium saucepan
spatula
muffin tin
Microwave-safe bowl

Method

Steps

In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoon unsalted butter with 2 cups mini marshmallows over low heat, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until smooth.
Mix in 1 cup creamy peanut butter and optional vanilla extract. Stir for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
Gently fold in 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated, about 2 minutes.
Spoon the mixture into a lined muffin tin and press down firmly to shape.
Melt 1 cup chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals till smooth. Spoon over each cup.
Refrigerate for 20 minutes to set chocolate, then enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Refrigerate for longer storage.

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