Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
These peanut butter rice krispie treats are super soft, gooey, and delicous. You only need 6 ingredients and they are ready to eat in just 45 minutes. They are super easy to make! They are the perfect dessert to share at parties and events because they are so popular. Make them with chocolate for extra fun!
Equipment
- Large Pot
- 9x13 Baking Pan
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 8 cups mini marshmallows
- ¾ cup natural, creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
Instructions
- Start by greasing a 9x13" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large pot, melt the butter on low heat. Once melted, add in the marshmallows. You can add them in small increments to avoid overflowing. Stir the marshmallows until they're completely melted.5 tablespoons butter, 8 cups mini marshmallows
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the creamy peanut butter, vanilla, and salt.1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, ¾ cup natural, creamy peanut butter, ½ teaspoon salt
- Add the rice krispies cereal in small increments and stir until sticky and coated. You don't want to have dry cereal left, it should be a sticky mixture.6 cups rice krispies cereal
- Add the mixture to the greased baking pan. Use a spatula or your hands to gently press the mixture evenly around the pan and into the corners. Don't press too hard or your treats will become flat and tough.
- Let the treats cool in the pan for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
You can use a 9x9" square pan if you want thicker treats.
Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between the layers. They will keep for 3-5 days at room temperature.
To freeze the treats, place them in an airtight container with parchment paper between each layer. Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Read the recipe post for notes on how to make the peanut butter treats with chocolate, m&ms, or sprinkles.