Description
These Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats with M&M’s and Chocolate Chips are a fun and delicious twist on the classic crispy cereal treat. Combining the creamy richness of peanut butter with a touch of sweetness from corn syrup or honey, these treats are enhanced by colorful M&M’s and mini chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor. Perfect for parties, snacks, or an easy dessert, they come together quickly with minimal ingredients and no baking required.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup light corn syrup or honey
- 1 cup sugar
Dry Ingredients
- 5-6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup M&M’s (or more, to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the peanut butter mixture: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup peanut butter, 1 cup light corn syrup or honey, and 1 cup sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring consistently until it just starts to bubble. This ensures the sugar dissolves and the mixture incorporates well. Then, promptly remove from heat to prevent burning.
- Mix with cereal: Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over 5 to 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal in a large mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly to make sure every bit of cereal is coated evenly with the peanut butter mixture, helping the treats stick together when set.
- Shape the treats: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop the sticky mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Press the mixture into clusters or mold into your desired shapes, such as bars or squares. This step helps the treats set properly and makes them easier to handle.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips and 1/2 cup M&M’s evenly over the tops of the clusters. Gently press these toppings into the treats so they adhere well and won’t fall off when handled.
- Cool and serve: Allow the treats to cool completely at room temperature until they firm up, which will take about 15 to 30 minutes. Once firm, they are ready to be enjoyed as a sweet snack or dessert.
Notes
- For a slightly healthier option, substitute honey for the light corn syrup.
- You can customize the add-ins by using other candies or nuts instead of or in addition to chocolate chips and M&M’s.
- Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
- Press the mixture firmly when shaping to ensure the treats hold together well.
- If the mixture cools too much before shaping, warm it slightly to make it more pliable.
