Peanut butter and chocolate rice krispies bars feature crisp rice cereal in a peanut butter base topped with a thick layer of chocolate. They are the perfect chocolate peanut butter treat!
If you are a fan of chocolate and peanut butter try our no bake chocolate peanut butter oat bars, our banana peanut butter chocolate chip muffins, or our gluten-free peanut butter cup cookies.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- This recipe is a delicious twist on a favorite childhood treat, "scotcheroos." These tasty treats are a perfect balance of sweet and salty, with a few simple ingredient swaps that set them apart from the traditional recipe. These do not include traditional scotcheroo ingredients such as butterscotch chips or corn syrup. Rather, we focus on the peanut butter and chocolate flavor and sweeten with honey.
- If you're a fan of classic Rice Krispies treats or simply love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate, you're sure to love this recipe.
- This is an easy recipe to make and one of our favorite no bake treats—all you have to do is place it in the fridge for about 30 minutes to set up.
- This is a simple recipe that only requires seven simple ingredients—all of which we typically have on hand in the pantry!
- These chocolate peanut butter rice krispie squares are great to make for a party or to drop off at a friend’s house.
Ingredient Notes
For the rice krispies base:
- Natural creamy peanut butter - for this recipe, it is best to use natural peanut butter. Natural peanut butter is usually made with just two ingredients–peanuts and salt. Since we’re adding honey to the mixture, we don’t recommend using peanut butter with added sugar, as it can make the treats overly sweet.
- Crispy rice cereal - for this recipe, you can use regular rice krispies or brown rice krispies. If you are gluten-free, ensure that the rice krispies are labeled certified gluten-free.
For the chocolate topping:
- Chocolate chips - the luscious layer of chocolate on top is what makes the entire treat. We recommend using dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips, but if you have milk chocolate on hand that will work too. If you are looking for a gluten and dairy-free brand, we suggest Enjoy Life, Lily’s, or Trader Joe's.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements for chocolate peanut butter rice krispie treats.
Recipe Variations
- If you want to have a thicker cereal base and chocolate layer, you can make these into a smaller rectangular pan or a square pan instead.
- If you don't love peanut butter, you can use another type of nut butter such as almond butter or cashew butter if desired.
How to Make Peanut Butter and Chocolate Rice Krispies Bars
For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
Step 1: Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, add the peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and salt. Mix well. Add the rice krispies to the peanut butter mixture and mix well.
Step 2: Add the rice krispies cereal mixture to the prepared pan and gently press the mixture until it is across the pan in an even layer. Place the pan in the fridge to chill and start to make the chocolate topping.
Step 3: In a microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips, 2 tbsp peanut butter, and coconut oil. Microwave for 30-second intervals, mixing every 30 seconds, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
Step 4: Take the rice krispies out of the fridge. Spoon the melted chocolate mixture over the rice krispies and spread evenly. Top with flaky sea salt if desired (we love Maldon sea salt).
Place the pan back in the fridge and chill for at least 30 minutes before cutting it into 20 pieces.
FAQs for Peanut Butter and Chocolate Rice Krispies Bars
We recommend storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator or the freezer. They will become soft and melty if left at room temperature for too long. If storing in the freezer, let it thaw for 20 minutes before eating.
To ensure the recipe is gluten-free, use gluten-free rice cereal. To ensure the recipe is dairy-free, use dairy-free chocolate chips. This recipe is not suitable for vegans who do not consume honey (we have not tested this recipe with maple syrup, but think it would not set up as well as the honey). As always, ensure that the specific ingredients you use are labeled according to your dietary needs.
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Peanut Butter and Chocolate Rice Krispies Bars
Ingredients
For the rice krispies base
- 1 ½ cups natural peanut butter
- ½ cup honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- Dash of salt
- 3 ½ cups Rice Krispies cereal
For the chocolate topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips (we recommend dark or semisweet)
- 2 tablespoon natural peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Salt for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, add the peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and salt. Mix well. Add the rice krispies and mix well.
- Add the rice krispies mixture to the pan and press the mixture until it is evenly spread across the pan. Place the pan in the fridge to chill and start to make the chocolate topping.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips, 2 tbsp peanut butter, and coconut oil. Microwave for 30-second increments, mixing every 30 seconds, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
- Take the rice krispies out of the fridge. Spoon the chocolate mixture over the rice krispies and spread evenly.
- Place the pan back in the fridge and chill for at least 30 minutes before cutting it into 20 pieces.
Notes
- To ensure the recipe is gluten-free, use gluten-free rice cereal. To ensure the recipe is dairy-free, use dairy-free chocolate chips. This recipe is not suitable for vegans who do not consume honey (we have not tested this recipe with maple syrup, but think it would not set up as well as the honey). As always, ensure that the specific ingredients you use are labeled according to your dietary needs.
- The recipe can be found on My Fitness Pal by searching "BWB PB Chocolate Rice Krispies."
- The nutritional content of each recipe is an estimate. It may vary depending on the products, precision of measurements, and data sources used. While we aim for accuracy, we can't guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information provided.
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