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Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars Recipe

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars Lovely Little Kitchen
Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars Lovely Little Kitchen from lovelylittlekitchen.com

Description

These peanut butter rice krispie bars are a delicious and easy no-bake dessert that can be made in just a few minutes. They are perfect for those who love the combination of sweet and salty, as the peanut butter and rice krispies give them a unique flavor and texture.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.

Cook Time

This recipe does not require any cooking time.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup of light corn syrup
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 cup of milk chocolate chips (optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method

  1. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, corn syrup, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
  3. Microwave the peanut butter mixture for 1 minute and then stir to combine.
  4. Add the Rice Krispies cereal, vanilla extract, and salt to the peanut butter mixture. Mix well until all of the cereal is coated.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and use a spatula to press it down evenly.
  6. Melt the milk chocolate chips in the microwave or on the stovetop and drizzle over the top of the bars (optional).
  7. Allow the bars to cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

  • If you want to make the bars a bit healthier, you can use honey instead of corn syrup and dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate.
  • You can also add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the mixture for a bit of extra flavor and texture.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Info

Each serving of these peanut butter rice krispie bars contains approximately:

  • Calories: 200
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Potassium: 120mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 21g

Recipe Tips

  • Be sure to use creamy peanut butter for this recipe, as chunky peanut butter will not work as well.
  • Make sure to press the mixture down firmly into the baking dish to ensure that the bars hold together well.
  • If you don't have parchment paper, you can use aluminum foil instead.
  • For an extra special touch, you can sprinkle some sea salt over the top of the bars before serving.

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