Description
A delicious twist on classic rice crispy treats, combining creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate for a no-bake, easy-to-make snack that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
– 6 cups Crispy Rice Cereal
– 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
– 1 cup Light Corn Syrup
– 1 cup Granulated Sugar
– 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
– 1/2 teaspoon Salt
– 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
– 1 cup Butterscotch Chips
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine peanut butter, corn syrup, and sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil and the sugar is dissolved.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract and chocolate chips until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Immediately add Rice Krispies cereal and stir until well coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan using a greased spatula or wax paper.
- Sprinkle with chopped peanuts if desired.
- Allow to cool completely at room temperature before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a firmer set, refrigerate for 30 minutes before cutting.
- Use natural peanut butter for a healthier option, but note the texture may vary.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For easier cutting, use a plastic knife or greased sharp knife.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg