Salted Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats Recipe
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and salty with these Salted Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats. They are a quick and easy no-bake dessert that will satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes (plus cooling)
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt (plus more for topping)
- 1 (10-ounce) bag mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter and peanut butter together until smooth.
- Add Marshmallows: Stir in the marshmallows and continue stirring until completely melted and combined.
- Season and Mix: Add the sea salt and remove from heat. Immediately fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, mixing until everything is evenly coated.
- Press and Cool: Press the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan. Sprinkle a little more flaky sea salt on top. Let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
Notes:
- For extra texture and flavor, stir in 1/2 cup of chopped salted peanuts or drizzle melted chocolate over the top before serving.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
