Easy Peanut Butter Krispie Squares: 10 Minute Treat
Whip up these incredibly easy peanut butter krispie squares for a quick and delightful no-bake treat. Perfect for holidays and any day you need a sweet fix!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes plus cooling time
- Yield: 16-24 squares
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (about 10 oz) crispy rice cereal
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 10 oz marshmallows (about 40 regular or 4 cups mini)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Butter a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and peanut butter until well combined.
- Add the crispy rice cereal and mix until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can drizzle melted chocolate over the top once cooled.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- These are great for potlucks and parties!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: Approximately 200-250 (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Sugar: Approximately 15-20g (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Sodium: Approximately 100-150mg (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Fat: Approximately 10-15g (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 6-9g (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 25-30g (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Fiber: Approximately 1-2g (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Protein: Approximately 3-5g (This is an estimate and can vary)
- Cholesterol: Approximately 10-15mg (This is an estimate and can vary)