Description
Indulge in these Peanut Butter Chocolate Rice Krispie Treat Cups, a delightful no-bake snack combining crispy Rice Krispies cereal with creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate. Perfectly sweetened with honey and finished with a glossy chocolate topping, these treats offer a satisfying crunch and a luscious combination of flavors, ideal for a quick dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (vegan chocolate chips optional)
- 1 cup chunky peanut butter
- 6 tablespoons honey
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Line your muffin tin with paper or silicone liners to ensure the treats will release easily after chilling.
- Make Peanut Butter Mixture: Warm a saucepan over low heat and combine the peanut butter, honey, and salt. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and fluid, then remove the pan from heat.
- Combine with Cereal: Gently fold the Rice Krispies cereal into the peanut butter mixture, ensuring each crispy piece is well-coated with the nutty blend.
- Form Treat Bases: Spoon the coated mixture into the prepared muffin tin cups, pressing down lightly to create an even base layer for each cup.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips in a separate pan over low heat until the chocolate turns glossy and smooth.
- Top the Cups: Spoon the melted chocolate evenly over each peanut butter base, spreading to cover the surface.
- Chill: Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate topping sets firmly.
- Serve: Once set, remove the cups from the refrigerator, peel off the liners, and enjoy your deliciously crunchy peanut butter chocolate treats.
Notes
- For a vegan option, use vegan chocolate chips and substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Ensure the heat is low when melting peanut butter and chocolate to avoid burning.
- You can add a pinch of cinnamon to the peanut butter mixture for a warm spice note.
- Store the cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and texture.
- Pressing the mixture firmly into the muffin cups helps the treats hold their shape better.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: No-Cook
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Peanut Butter Treats, Rice Krispies Cups, No-Bake Dessert, Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack, Easy Kids Dessert, Vegetarian Treat
