Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Satisfy your sweet tooth with Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats, an American dessert that takes about 30 minutes! This intermediate-level recipe features a mixture of peanut butter and cereal resulting in a soft, chewy snack that comes in at 400 calories. Add some chocolate chips for decadent calorie-scaling toppings. Homemade Rice Krispie Treats are a great option for a quick snack, and dessert that can be made in a hurry!

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

1. Over medium heat, in a saucepan, add the unsalted butter, granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil.
2. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, pour the peanut butter mixture over Rice Krispies cereal and stir until it is all coated.
4. If you would like, you can fold in some chocolate chips for flavor and richness.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased 8x8 inch baking dish, and press evenly into the dish.
6. Allow to cool for about 30 minutes and cut into squares to serve!