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Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
These no-bake chocolate peanut butter Rice Krispie treat cereal bars are thick, chewy, and topped with a glossy chocolate layer.

Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
Prep pan: Grease a 9×13 baking pan and line with parchment (see Notes for tips).
- Step 2
Melt the marshmallows: In a large pot, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Step 3
Add peanut butter: Remove from the heat. Stir in peanut butter, vanilla, and salt until fully combined.
- Step 4
Mix in the cereal: Add Rice Krispies and mix until every piece is coated.
- Step 5
Press into the pan: Transfer to the prepared pan and firmly press into a thick, even layer. A metal spoon or spatula is ideal for this.
- Step 6
Make the chocolate layer: Melt chocolate chips and vegetable oil in the microwave in a microwave-safe bowl in 20–30 second bursts, stirring in between. Pour over the cereal layer and spread using a silicone spatula.
- Step 7
Optional garnish: Finish with a light sprinkle of chopped salted peanuts and flaky sea salt.
- Step 8
Set: Let sit at room temp 1–2 hours or refrigerate 30–45 minutes. Slice into bars.
Tips & Tricks
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