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Jessica Morgan

Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats: Easy Delightful Recipe!

Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines the creamy flavor of peanut butter with the crunch of Rice Krispies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 10 ounces mini marshmallows
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and peanut butter together, stirring until smooth.
  2. Add the mini marshmallows to the saucepan and continue to stir until they are completely melted and the mixture is well combined.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  4. Gradually add the Rice Krispies cereal to the mixture, stirring until all the cereal is evenly coated.
  5. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Pour the mixture into the dish and press it down evenly with a spatula or your hands.
  6. Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting them into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a chocolate twist, drizzle melted chocolate over the top before cooling.
  • You can also substitute the Rice Krispies with Cocoa Krispies for a chocolate-flavored treat.

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