Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups Recipe
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups are a delightful no-bake treat combining crunchy Rice Krispies cereal with a smooth, sweet peanut butter and honey mixture, topped with rich melted chocolate. Easy to make and perfect for snacks or parties, they offer a tasty blend of textures and flavors that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mixture
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup chunky peanut butter
- 6 tablespoons honey
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Topping
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips (vegan chocolate chips also work)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Muffin Tin: Line a muffin tin with paper or silicone liners to ensure easy removal of the finished cups without sticking.
- Melt the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup of chunky peanut butter, 6 tablespoons of honey, and ⅛ teaspoon of salt. Stir continuously for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture is melted, smooth, and well combined.
- Combine with Rice Krispies: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 3 cups of Rice Krispies cereal thoroughly, making sure every bit of cereal is coated evenly with the peanut butter and honey mixture.
- Form the Cups: Spoon the coated cereal mixture into the prepared muffin tin liners, pressing gently but firmly to shape and pack the mixture into sturdy cups.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a separate saucepan over low heat, melt 1 ½ cups of chocolate chips, stirring constantly until smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted.
- Fill the Cups with Chocolate: Spoon the melted chocolate over each peanut butter Rice Krispie base, filling each cup to the top to create a delicious chocolate layer.
- Chill to Set: Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, or use the freezer for 30 minutes, until the chocolate topping hardens and the cups are firmly set.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once set, remove the cups from the muffin tin and peel off the liners carefully. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use vegan chocolate chips and substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Press the Rice Krispie mixture firmly into the muffin liners to help the cups hold their shape once set.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, use creamy peanut butter instead of chunky.
- Chilling in the freezer speeds up the setting process if you’re short on time.
- Store the cups in the refrigerator to prevent melting and maintain firmness.
Keywords: Chocolate peanut butter cups, Rice Krispie treats, no bake dessert, easy snacks, peanut butter chocolate desserts