These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats are unbelievably delicious. They are loaded with rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter. But, the best part is the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups that cover the top. Chocolate peanut butter lovers will go crazy for this recipe!
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There used to be just one recipe for Rice Krispies Treats. While that recipe is still a classic, the variations on the original recipe make for some fun, delicious treats.
You may have come across recipes for S’mores Rice Krispies Treats and Chocolate Covered Strawberry Rice Krispies Treats on this website already.
Nothing beats the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter and these Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats are just more proof of that.
Why This Recipe Works
Rice Krispies Treats are really easy to make. It’s a fun recipe to have kids help with as well.
This recipe combines crunchy cereal, marshmallow, peanut butter, and chocolate for the ultimate treat. Reese Peanut Butter Cups lovers are sure to devour these!
How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
What You Need to Make This Recipe
To make this recipe you will need Cocoa Krispies, marshmallows, peanut butter, butter, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chocolate chips and peanut butter chips.
Prep!
The only prep work for this recipe is to chop up the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and lightly butter the inside of a baking dish.
Tip: use an 8 x 8-inch pan for thicker Rice Krispies Treats as shown in the photos, or a 9 x 11-inch pan for thinner treats.
Create!
Place the marshmallows and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave for 2 minutes, then stir. Microwave for an additional minute and stir until smooth.
Mix in the peanut butter until well-blended, then stir in the Cocoa Krispies until everything is covered in the marshmallow mixture.
Lightly press the Rice Krispies into the prepared baking dish.
Tip: lightly dampen your hands to keep the marshmallow from sticking to them.
Next, press the Reese’s Cups evenly over the top of the Rice Krispies Treats.
Melt the chips, individually, in a microwave safe bowl for about 30 seconds. If they are not fully melted, heat in 15 second increments until they become smooth and easy to drizzle.
Drizzle the melted chocolate and peanut butter chips over the tops of the Reese’s Cups.
Present!
Allow the Peanut Butter Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats to sit at room temperature until the melted chocolate has hardened back up.
Cut and serve.
Tips and Techniques
- For thicker Rice Krispies Treats, like shown in the photos, use an 8 x 8-inch pan. Or, for thinner treats, use a 9 x 11-inch pan.
- Lightly dampen your hands before pressing the Rice Krispies Treats into the pan to keep the marshmallow from sticking to them.
- Store Rice Krispies Treats individually wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature. Use within 2-3 days for the best results.
FAQ’s
Why Did My Rice Krispies Treats Get Hard?
If the marshmallows are overcooked, they will harden as they cool making the Rice Krispies Treats tough.
Can You Freeze Rice Krispies Treats?
Because Rice Krispies Treats don’t last long when stored at room temperature, you may want to freeze any extras. Simple wrap them individually in plastic wrap and place in the freezer. Use within 1 to 2 months for best results.
To thaw frozen Rice Krispies Treats, allow them to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Are Rice Krispies Treats Gluten Free?
This recipe can be modified to suit a gluten free diet. Unfortunately Kellogg’s no longer makes gluten free Rice Krispies. You can find similar rice cereals that are gluten free from Mom’s Best and Nature’s Path.
More Chocolate Peanut Butter Recipes to Try
You just can’t go wrong with chocolate and peanut butter desserts. Here are a few more you may want to check out.
This easy recipe for Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cookies is simply a basic peanut butter cookie, dipped in milk or dark chocolate with chopped peanuts sprinkled on for extra crunch.
You may also like these Peanut Butter Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies or even this rich, delicious Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Crispy Treats
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 10oz bag marshmallows
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 6 cups Cocoa Krispies
- 6 Reese's Peanut Butter Cups * chopped
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter chips
Instructions
- Lightly butter the inside of an 8 x 8 or 9 x 11-inch baking dish.
- Microwave the marshmallows and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl for 2 minutes. Stir then microwave for another minute and stir until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter and mix until everything is well blended.
- Gently fold in the Cocoa Krispies cereal until everything is covered in the marshmallow mixture.
- Using damp hands, lightly press the cereal mixture evenly into the baking dish.
- Sprinkle on the chopped Reese's Cups and press them into the treats.
- Microwave the chocolate and peanut butter chips (individually) for 30 seconds, then stir. If they are not fully melted, continue to microwave on 15 second increments, stirring in between until they are melted and smooth.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate and peanut butter chips onto the top of the treats.
- Let cool at room temperature until the chocolate is set, then cut and serve.
Notes
Tips and Techniques
- For thicker Rice Krispies Treats, like shown in the photos, use an 8 x 8-inch pan. Or, for thinner treats, use a 9 x 11-inch pan.
- Lightly dampen your hands before pressing the Rice Krispies Treats into the pan to keep the marshmallow from sticking to them.
- Store Rice Krispies Treats individually wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature. Use within 2-3 days for the best results.
Nutrition
This recipe was originally published on December 21, 2015. It was updated with an improved recipe, more thorough instructions, tips, techniques, and FAQ’s in March 2020.
