Description
These Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on a classic childhood favorite, combining creamy peanut butter, crispy Rice Krispies, and bursts of colorful M&M’s and mini chocolate chips. Easy to make and perfect for parties or snacks, these treats offer a sweet, crunchy, and chocolatey bite that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup light corn syrup or honey
- 1 cup sugar
Dry Ingredients
- 5-6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Toppings
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup M&M’s (or more, to taste)
Instructions
- Heat the mixture: In a saucepan, combine the peanut butter, light corn syrup (or honey), and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture just starts to bubble. Remove from the heat promptly to prevent burning.
- Mix with cereal: Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the Rice Krispies cereal in a large mixing bowl. Stir gently but thoroughly until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.
- Form the treats: Scoop portions of the coated cereal mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Press down gently to form clusters or shape them into desired bars or squares.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips and M&M’s evenly over the formed treats. Press them lightly into the surface so they stick as the treats firm up.
- Cool and serve: Allow the treats to cool at room temperature until they become firm and set. Once cooled, they are ready to enjoy or package for later.
Notes
- You can substitute honey for the corn syrup for a slightly different sweetness and texture.
- Press the treats firmly to ensure they hold together well once cooled.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For a nut-free version, substitute the peanut butter with a seed butter, but note that flavor will change.
- Adding a pinch of salt to the peanut butter mixture enhances the flavor balance.
