Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats

These Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats are a quick no-bake dessert made with marshmallows, butter, creamy peanut butter, vanilla, and crispy rice cereal. Soft, chewy, and slightly salty, they are an easy homemade snack bar that comes together in minutes.

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp salted butter
• 10 oz bag mini marshmallows (about 5 cups)
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Instructions

1. Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter slowly.
3. Add the mini marshmallows and continue heating on low until they begin to melt.
4. Stir in the peanut butter and mix constantly until smooth and fully combined.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Add Rice Krispies cereal and mix until evenly coated. The mixture will be sticky, so work quickly.
7. Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Lightly grease your hands and press the mixture evenly into the pan.
8. Let set for 30–45 minutes before cutting into bars.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick no-bake dessert with simple ingredients
• Sweet and salty flavor from peanut butter and marshmallows
• Great for lunchboxes, parties, and snacks
• Easy recipe kids and adults both enjoy

Tips

• Keep heat low to prevent burning the marshmallows
• Grease your hands or spatula to make pressing easier
• Mix quickly once cereal is added before it sets
• Let fully cool for clean, firm cuts

Variations and Substitutions

• Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture
• Add chocolate chips or drizzle melted chocolate on top
• Swap Rice Krispies with another crispy rice cereal brand
• Mix in chopped peanuts for extra crunch
• Replace peanut butter with almond or cashew butter

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, they store well in an airtight container for several days.

Can I double the recipe?
Yes, use a 9×13-inch pan and double all ingredients.

Why are my treats hard?
Overheating marshmallows can make them too firm, so keep the heat low.

Serving

Cut into squares and serve as a snack, dessert, or lunchbox treat. They also pair well with milk or coffee.

Suggestions

• Drizzle melted chocolate or caramel on top for extra flavor
• Sprinkle sea salt for a sweet-and-salty twist
• Wrap individually for grab-and-go snacks
• Serve alongside fruit for a balanced treat

Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats

Recipe by 50Krecipes

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Servings

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8

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

5

minutes

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp 4 salted butter

• 10 oz 10 bag mini marshmallows (about 5 cups)

• ½ cup creamy peanut butter

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• 6 cups 6 Rice Krispies cereal

Directions

• Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
• In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter slowly.
• Add the mini marshmallows and continue heating on low until they begin to melt.
• Stir in the peanut butter and mix constantly until smooth and fully combined.
• Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
• Add Rice Krispies cereal and mix until evenly coated. The mixture will be sticky, so work quickly.
• Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Lightly grease your hands and press the mixture evenly into the pan.
• Let set for 30–45 minutes before cutting into bars.