Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups are a delicious no-bake dessert that combines the crispy texture of Rice Krispies with the creamy richness of peanut butter and chocolate. These bite-sized treats are easy to make, require minimal ingredients, and are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether you’re making them for a party, a quick snack, or just to indulge in something delicious, these cups will be a hit with both kids and adults. The best part is that they require no baking, making them a hassle-free and convenient dessert option.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup crushed peanuts or chocolate sprinkles for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Muffin Cups
- Line a muffin tin with paper cupcake liners to prevent sticking and make it easy to remove the cups once they set.
- Melt Peanut Butter Mixture
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and salt.
- Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Remove from heat and add vanilla extract, stirring well.
- Mix with Rice Krispies
- Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the Rice Krispies cereal in a large mixing bowl.
- Gently fold the mixture using a spatula until all the cereal is well coated.
- Fill the Muffin Cups
- Spoon the Rice Krispies mixture evenly into the lined muffin tin, pressing gently to form an even base in each cup.
- Melt the Chocolate
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using).
- Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Layer the Chocolate
- Pour a spoonful of melted chocolate over each Rice Krispie cup, spreading it evenly with the back of a spoon.
- Sprinkle crushed peanuts or chocolate sprinkles on top if desired.
- Chill and Set
- Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate is fully set.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Once the cups are firm, remove them from the muffin tin and peel off the paper liners.
- Enjoy immediately or store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.