Description
Discover the best flavor of rice krispie treats with peanut butter! This step-by-step recipe is easy to bake for a perfect dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 (10 ounce) bag mini marshmallows (about 5 cups)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- Pinch of salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Lightly butter or spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray, or line with parchment paper.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- Incorporate Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Stir in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and optional pinch of salt until well combined and smooth.
- Fold in Rice Cereal: Add crispy rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Gently fold with a buttered spatula or spoon until evenly coated.
- Press and Chill: Transfer mixture to the prepared pan. Gently and evenly press into the pan. Let cool completely at room temperature (1-2 hours) or chill in the refrigerator (30 minutes) before cutting into squares and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins