Description
Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups that combine creamy peanut butter, buttery marshmallows, and crispy Rice Krispies, all wrapped in rich chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter
1 cup (50 g) mini marshmallows
1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
3 cups (75 g) Rice Krispies cereal
1 cup (175 g) chocolate chips
Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and mini marshmallows, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and add the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, pressing it down firmly to create an even layer.
- In a separate bowl, melt the chocolate chips until smooth, then pour over the Rice Krispies layer, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt if desired, and refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
For best results, ensure the chocolate is completely melted for a smooth topping. You can use dark or milk chocolate depending on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, dessert, candy, no-bake, American sweets