Cocoa Krispies cereal, gooey marshmallows and rich peanut butter come together in these irresistible no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats.
Star of the Bake Sale
From the creamy peanut butter and gooey marshmallows to the chocolatey Cocoa Krisipes and the peanut butter drizzle on top, these Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats are a knock-it-out-of-the-park treat. A crazy good upgrade to your favorite no-bake bars.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Fanatic
It would be fair to say that when it comes to chocolate and peanut butter, I don’t really have an off switch. It’s my absolute favorite. Whether it’s a cool and creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream Pie, or Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, or Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Puffs, I’ve made it and loved every bite. The list is endless.
These no-bake treats are the easiest, dreamiest combination of creamy peanut butter and crunchy chocolate cereal. All held together by delicious marshmallow. I just know you’re going to love them, too!
Ingredients and Supplies
(see recipe card at the bottom of this post for measurements and details)
Ingredients:
Supplies:
- 8-inch square baking dish
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Parchment paper
How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats
- Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and line with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter and 1 cup peanut butter.
- Add 4 cups of the miniature marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in the 4 cups of cereal until well combined.
- Fold in the remaining 1 cup miniature marshmallows until distributed and swirled throughout.
- Using more parchment paper, press mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Barely melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of peanut butter until of drizzling consistency and then drizzle over the top of the cereal mixture.
- Let set at room temperature until completely cooled and firm. Lift treats from the baking dish and use a sharp knife to cut into squares.
Storage
Store no-bake marshmallow treats in an airtight container, with parchment paper between each layer, at room temperature for up to 5 days.
More of My Favorite No-Bake Recipes
From nutritious energy bites and hearty granola to dreamy and decadent icebox pies, my Favorite No-Bake Recipes leave nothing out but the oven. Skip the heat and enjoy these delicious no-bake eats!
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars
Description
Cocoa Krispies cereal, gooey marshmallows and rich peanut butter come together in these irresistible no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter, plus 2 tablespoons more for drizzling on top
- 1 (10 ounce) bag mini marshmallows (about 5 cups), divided
- 4 cups Cocoa Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and line with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter and 1 cup peanut butter. Add 4 cups of the miniature marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in the 4 cups of cereal until well combined. Fold in the remaining 1 cup miniature marshmallows until distributed and swirled throughout.
- Using more parchment paper, press mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Barely melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of peanut butter until of drizzling consistency and then drizzle over the top of the cereal mixture.
- Let set at room temperature until completely cooled and firm, at least 30 minutes. Lift treats from the baking dish and use a sharp knife to cut into squares.
