Description
Creamy peanut butter rice krispie treats meld sweet nostalgia with colorful M&Ms for a playful dessert. Crunchy marshmallow squares deliver irresistible childhood memories in one delightful bite you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (10 oz / 283 g) mini marshmallows
- ¾ cup (177 ml) creamy peanut butter
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) unsalted butter
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 cup (170 g) M&Ms (freeze for 30 minutes to prevent melting)
Instructions
- Preparation: Thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch pan with non-stick spray to guarantee seamless treat extraction.
- Melting: In a large saucepan, melt butter and peanut butter over medium heat, whisking until achieving a smooth, homogeneous liquid.
- Marshmallow Integration: Add mini marshmallows to the melted mixture, stirring continuously until completely dissolved and forming a glossy, uniform texture.
- Cereal Incorporation: Remove from heat and swiftly fold Rice Krispies cereal into the marshmallow blend, ensuring comprehensive coating of each crisp kernel.
- Candy Distribution: Gently fold half the M&Ms into the mixture, carefully preventing candy disintegration while creating a colorful blend.
- Molding: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, using a spatula or wax paper to compress evenly, creating a compact layer with precise edges.
- Decorative Topping: Sprinkle remaining M&Ms across the surface, crafting a vibrant and eye-catching exterior.
- Setting: Allow treats to solidify at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or accelerate the process by refrigerating until firm.
- Serving: Slice into consistent squares, revealing the crunchy, colorful interior ready for enjoyment.
Notes
- Butter Blending Technique: Whisk butter and peanut butter smoothly to prevent burning and ensure a uniform, silky texture without lumps.
- Marshmallow Melting Mastery: Stir marshmallows consistently over medium heat, removing immediately after complete dissolution to maintain optimal gooeyness and prevent scorching.
- Cereal Coating Trick: Fold Rice Krispies quickly and gently to prevent crushing, ensuring each piece gets evenly covered with the marshmallow mixture.
- Cool and Set Strategy: Let treats cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate for faster setting, which helps maintain crisp texture and prevents soggy edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg