Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups are a delicious and irresistible treat that combines the flavors of chocolate, peanut butter, and crispy cereal.
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 Base: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter and marshmallows while stirring consistently until smooth.
- Add Peanut Butter: Stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract (if using) until fully combined and creamy.
- Mix with Cereal: Pour the Rice Krispies into a large bowl and add the peanut butter mixture. Gently fold until all the cereal is coated evenly.
- Shape the Cups: Line a muffin tin with paper liners. Spoon the mixture evenly into each cup and press down gently to form a flat surface.
- Add Chocolate Layer: Melt chocolate chips in the microwave (20-second intervals, stirring in between). Spoon melted chocolate over each cup and spread evenly. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Set & Serve: Allow the cups to cool at room temperature for 20 minutes or place them in the refrigerator to set faster. Once firm, remove the paper liners and serve!
Notes
- Low Heat is Key: When melting butter, marshmallows, and peanut butter, keep the heat low to prevent burning or altering the texture. Stir constantly for a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Press Gently: When shaping the cups in the muffin tin, press the mixture lightly to avoid crushing the Rice Krispies and losing their signature crunch.
- Chill for Best Results: Allow the chocolate layer to fully set by chilling the cups in the fridge for at least 20 minutes. This ensures a firm chocolate topping that won’t melt when served.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg