Peanut Butter & Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats – No-Bake & Irresistible! 🍫🥜

These Peanut Butter & Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are the ultimate easy, no-bake dessert—chewy, crunchy, and loaded with rich peanut butter and melty chocolate. Perfect for lunchboxes, parties, or a quick sweet fix!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ No-Bake & Ready in 15 Minutes – No oven needed!
✔ Perfect Balance – Sweet peanut butter + rich chocolate.
✔ Kid-Friendly – Great for lunchboxes or after-school snacks.
✔ Customizable – Add nuts, sprinkles, or swap the chocolate!

Ingredients

Makes 12 bars

• 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter 🥜
• ½ cup honey (or corn syrup) 🍯
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1½ cups chocolate chips 🍫 (milk, dark, or semi-sweet)
• 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter (for melting chocolate)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Melt Peanut Butter & Honey

• In a saucepan over medium heat, stir peanut butter + honey until smooth.
• Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.

2️⃣ Mix with Cereal

• Pour the peanut butter mixture over Rice Krispies in a large bowl.
• Stir until evenly coated.

3️⃣ Press into Pan

• Transfer to a greased or parchment-lined 9×9-inch pan.
• Press down firmly for an even layer.

4️⃣ Melt the Chocolate

• Microwave chocolate chips + coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

5️⃣ Top & Chill

• Pour melted chocolate over the Rice Krispie layer and spread evenly.
• Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
• Slice into bars and enjoy!

Pro Tips

🍫 For Extra Decadence – Sprinkle with sea salt before the chocolate sets.
🥜 Crunchy Twist – Add chopped peanuts to the Rice Krispie mix.
🌈 Fun Variation – Use white chocolate + sprinkles for a colorful look.
⏳ Quick Set – Freeze for 15 minutes if in a hurry!

Storage Tips

• Room Temp: Keep in an airtight container for 3 days.
• Fridge: Stays fresh for 1 week.
• Freezer: Wrap bars individually for up to 1 month.

Final Thoughts

These Peanut Butter & Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are crazy easy, delicious, and always a hit—perfect for satisfying sweet cravings in minutes!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Chill Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Calories: ~220 per bar

Tag your creations with #PBChocolateKrispies! 🥄✨