Peanut Butter Cup Krispies

Craving something sweet and crunchy? These Peanut Butter Cup Rice Krispies Squares bring together velvety peanut butter, crisp cereal, and chocolatey mini cups for a crave-worthy, no-bake bite. Kids and adults go wild for the mix of gooey, crunchy, and rich chocolate-peanut butter flavor. Got a gathering, or just feeling snacky? Whip these up fast—they’re a fan favorite for any kind of get-together or just when your sweet tooth won’t quit!

INGREDIENTS

• Melted chocolate (optional for drizzle): 1/2 cup if you’re feeling extra
• Mini peanut butter cups, sliced in half: 1 cup for bonus chocolate and peanut butter bites
• Rice Krispies cereal: 6 cups brings the crunch
• Mini marshmallows: 10 oz bag (the sticky glue for all the good stuff)
• Smooth peanut butter: 1/2 cup makes everything creamy and dreamy
• Unsalted butter: 4 tablespoons for melting together with peanut butter

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 6:

Once everything’s cooled off, slice them into bars. If you want to level up, drip some chocolate over the top right before serving.

Step 5:

Grab a greased 9x13 pan, pour in your mix, and pat it all down so it's even.

Step 4:

Now, toss in those mini peanut butter cup halves, folding them in gently so you don’t smash them to bits.

Step 3:

Dump in the cereal, mixing good so every piece gets covered.

Step 2:

Mix in the marshmallows, keep stirring until it’s all melted and smooth, then take it off the heat.

Step 1:

On medium heat, get the butter all melty in a big pot. Stir in the peanut butter until they’re smooth together.

Serving and Storage Tips

• Love chocolate? Add more mini cups or sprinkle on chocolate chips before diving in.
• Keep your bars fresh in a sealed container at room temp. They’ll last up to five days, but good luck making them last that long!

Helpful Notes

• Don’t want the mix to stick everywhere? Just wet your hands a bit before making it flat in the pan.
• Want to mix things up? Try swapping the marshmallows for a flavored kind, or pick a different chocolate for that fancy drizzle.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

• Alton Brown loves tossing in a pinch of sea salt for that punchy sweet-salty bite.
• Ree Drummond goes for chunky peanut butter instead of the smooth stuff, giving you bigger flavor and crunch.

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Summary

Peanut Butter Cup Krispies marry rich peanut butter with crunchy Rice Krispies and pocket-sized peanut butter cups. They're simple, no-bake treats for any gathering or a quick sweet fix!