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Ultimate Gooey Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats with Chocolate Swirl

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Create the best soft and chewy peanut butter Rice Krispie treats. This easy, no-bake recipe adds creamy peanut butter for rich flavor and includes an optional chocolate topping for an impressive finish.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 (10 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
  • 6 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
  3. Once the butter melts, stir in the peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Remove the pan from the heat.
  4. Add the marshmallows to the peanut butter mixture. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth. Do not overheat the marshmallows, as this can make the final treats hard.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  6. Add the crispy rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Fold gently until the cereal is evenly coated.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Lightly press the mixture into the pan using a piece of wax paper or lightly buttered spatula. Do not press down too firmly, as this prevents the treats from staying soft and chewy.
  8. Prepare the topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is smooth.
  9. Pour or drizzle the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter cereal layer. Use a knife or offset spatula to gently spread the chocolate if desired.
  10. Let the treats cool completely at room temperature for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares.
  11. Lift the treats out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares.

Notes

  • For the softest, gooier texture, use fresh marshmallows. Older marshmallows can result in a drier, crumblier treat.
  • If you prefer a Scotcharoo style, substitute 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips with butterscotch chips in the topping mixture.
  • To prevent sticking when pressing the mixture into the pan, lightly grease your hands or the spatula you use.

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