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The Ultimate Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats with Optional Chocolate Drizzle

A close-up of a square peanut butter rice krispie treats drizzled generously with melted chocolate.
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Make these incredibly chewy peanut butter Rice Krispie treats. This easy, no-bake dessert combines classic cereal with creamy peanut butter for a quick sweet snack perfect for parties or after-school cravings. You can add a simple chocolate swirl for extra flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 (10 ounce) package marshmallows
  • 6 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional, for flavor balance)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for optional topping)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter (for optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the 6 tablespoons of butter.
  3. Once the butter is melted, stir in the creamy peanut butter until it is smooth and fully combined with the butter. Remove the pan from the heat.
  4. Add the marshmallows to the peanut butter mixture. Stir constantly until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth. This step requires patience to keep the heat low.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt, if using.
  6. Add the crispy rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Fold gently until the cereal is evenly coated. Do not overmix.
  7. Press the mixture evenly into your prepared baking pan. Use a piece of wax paper or lightly buttered spatula to press it down firmly to achieve those perfect chewy squares.
  8. If you want a chocolate topping, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil (or butter) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
  9. Pour or drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut butter bars. Spread evenly or create a swirl pattern.
  10. Let the treats set completely at room temperature for about 1 hour, or chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes for faster setting.
  11. Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhang and cut them into squares. Enjoy your quick sweet snacks!

Notes

  • For the chewiest treats, use fresh marshmallows. Older marshmallows tend to result in a harder bar.
  • If you prefer a richer peanut butter flavor, use a natural, unsweetened peanut butter, but be aware it may require slightly more stirring to incorporate.
  • To prevent sticking when pressing the mixture into the pan, lightly grease your hands or the spatula you use.
  • These peanut butter bars freeze well for up to one month if stored in an airtight container.

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