Peanut Butter Krispies

Hey there, kitchen adventurers! Let’s dive into a sweet, crunchy snack that has saved me on more than one occasion when the afternoon sugar monster hit. We’re talking Peanut Butter Krispies — a blissful combo of chewy peanut butter and crispy rice cereal. They’re dangerously easy to make and perfect for when you need something delicious in your life but the thought of turning on the oven is utterly unbearable. Trust me, these are worth the tiny bit of effort.

Oh boy, my husband and kiddos are all about these Peanut Butter Krispies. It was a slow Sunday afternoon when I first whipped these up, and ever since, they’ve been popping up in our family lunchboxes like little crunchy surprises. There’s just something magical about how every member of my noisy crew calls dibs on the last piece, even the one who claims they don’t like peanut butter (liar!). They’re a constant reminder that some of the best treats are the simplest ones.

Why You’ll Love This Peanut Butter Krispies

– Seriously easy: If you can melt stuff, you can make these.
– Minimal cleanup: Because who loves doing dishes? No one.
– Crowd pleaser: Even the picky eater who swears they don’t like sweets will be begging for more.
– No baking required: Keep that kitchen cool and your energy hot for other adventures.

How to Make It

Okay, buddy, grab your trusty saucepan and let’s make some magic. Start by melting the peanut butter and brown sugar in a pan over medium heat. Stir constantly — seriously, constant is key or you’ll end up with a sticky mess. Once it’s all smooth and oozy, pull it off the burner and stir in the crunchy rice cereal. Don’t worry if you spill half the cereal on the counter, I’ve been there. Mix until it looks even-ish. Then, press this glorious mess into a baking dish and let it cool. Seriously, let it cool unless you like burning your tongue on peanut butter lava. Once solidified, cut it into squares and try not to eat them all before anyone else even knows they exist.

Ingredient Notes

– Peanut Butter: Just use what you have. Crunchy, smooth, whatever — it’s literally always good.
– Brown Sugar: It’s the sweet charmer here. I’ve tried with less or replaced it with honey. Still magical.
– Rice Cereal: I once tried a health-food alternative. Yeah, no. Stick to the classic snap, crackle, and pop.

Recipe Steps:
1. Melt peanut butter and brown sugar together until smooth.
2. Remove from heat and stir in rice cereal until well-coated.
3. Press into a baking dish and allow it to cool.
4. Cut into squares and enjoy!

What to Serve It With

These little squares of happiness go well with a glass of milk or, if it’s one of those days, maybe a cheeky little espresso. Balance, right?

Tips & Mistakes

Never ever skip stirring the mix on the stove! It can go from perfect to scorched in seconds. And be patient when cooling. Eating hot? Not recommended unless you like burning off your taste buds.

Storage Tips

Pop those leftovers in an airtight container at room temp. If you decide to brave the fridge, know they’ll get all crunchy. And hey, don’t knock these as a breakfast nibble. Go wild!

Variations and Substitutions

Feel like a daredevil? Throw in some chocolate chips while mixing. Or sub almond butter if the peanut variety isn’t your jam (literally). Once, I even added pretzels — not perfect, but a crunchy surprise that had its moment.

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Peanut Butter Krispies

This delicious Peanut Butter Krispies recipe combines crunchy rice cereal with creamy peanut butter for a sweet, nutty treat perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 6 cup Rice Cereal
• ▢ 1 cup Smooth Peanut Butter creamy
• ▢ 1 cup Honey
• ▢ 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter melted
• ▢ 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• ▢ 0.25 tsp Salt

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
• Add peanut butter and honey to the melted butter. Stir until smooth and combined.
• Remove the mixture from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
• Pour the rice cereal into a large mixing bowl.
• Pour the peanut butter mixture over the rice cereal and stir quickly until evenly coated.
• Press the mixture firmly into a greased 9x13 inch pan.
• Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Perfect for snack time or lunchboxes.