Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispy Cups
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3.8
Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispy Cups
Description
This recipe assembles peanut butter, honey, and salt melted together and mixed into crunchy Rice Krispies cereal, which is then pressed firmly into lined muffin cups. After packing the mixture, melted chocolate chips are spooned on top as a finishing touch. The cups chill in the refrigerator until the chocolate firms and the peanut butter mixture sets, producing a sweet, crispy, and creamy treat.
The texture highlights the crunch of the cereal coated in the smooth, sticky peanut butter-honey blend. The touch of salt balances the sweetness, while the semi-sweet chocolate topping adds a slightly bittersweet contrast. Preparing these cups in muffin liners helps with easy removal and portion control.
These Crispy Peanut Butter Cups suit casual snacking, lunchbox treats, or easy homemade gifts. They require minimal cooking and no baking, making them a straightforward recipe for any skill level. Stored chilled, they keep their texture and flavor well for several days.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter *creamy is what I used, chunky works too
- 6 tablespoon honey
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 2 cups chocolate chips I used semi sweet, melted
Instructions
- Line a muffin pan with muffin liners or spray with cooking spray.
- In a small saucepan, melt the peanut butter, honey, and salt over medium heat.
- Once smooth, add the rice krispy cereal to a medium bowl and pour the peanut butter mixture on top.
- Stir to fully coat the cereal.
- Fill each muffin cup 2/3 full with the cereal mixture and press firmly to pack it down.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl.
- Spoon melted chocolate onto the tops of the peanut butter cups.
- Place muffin tray in refrigerator to set up.
- Once chocolate is firm, serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 107mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 364IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
3.8
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