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Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
5 from 21 votes

Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats combine classic marshmallow and peanut butter binding with crispy Rice Krispies cereal. A smooth caramel layer topped with coarse sea salt elevates the sweet and salty contrast, resulting in chewy bars with a rich finish.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Additional Time
20 mins
Total Time
32 mins
Servings: 15 bars
Calories: 257 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 6 cups mini marshmallows divided
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter smooth
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 11 oz caramels 1 package) unwrapped, Kraft brand
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sea salt coarse

Instructions

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  1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add 4 cups marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter until melted.
  2. Stir in Rice Krispies and remaining 2 cups of mini marshmallows until well coated. Press into a greased 9x13 pan and set aside.
  3. Place caramels and heavy cream into a small bowl. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals until completely melted. Pour overtop Krispie treats and spread until mostly covered. Sprinkle with sea salt and cool.
  4. Cut into bars using a sharp knife and serve. Store in airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 257kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 890mg (37%) Potassium 116mg (2%) Sugar 27g (54%) Vitamin A 855IU (17%) Vitamin C 7.2mg (8%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 3.7mg (21%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 15 bars

Amount Per Serving

Calories 257

% Daily Value*

Calories 257kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 890mg 37%
Potassium 116mg 2%
Sugar 27g 54%
Vitamin A 855IU 17%
Vitamin C 7.2mg 8%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 3.7mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.