Reese’s Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

These Reese’s peanut butter Rice Krispie treats are an insanely addicting and delicious twist on traditional Rice Krispie treats. They’re a quick, no-bake dessert that’s soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter flavor, with chunks of Reese’s candy mixed into every bite.

Rice Krispies with Peanut Butter Cups

As someone who has been dubbed the Rice Krispie Queen on social media, I promise, you are going to want to make these. My current Homemade Rice Krispie Treats recipe is the number one recipe on my site and has been for years. It has a secret ingredient that makes them extra soft – and better than any rice Krispie treat you’ve ever tasted. I love making different variations of Rice Krispies that take them to the next level.

I might say this a lot, but this might be my favorite version yet. My family rated them a 10/10 and told me if they could rate them higher, they would. And these are so dang easy to make! We’re taking everything you already love about my extra-soft, gooey Rice Krispie treats and loading them up with chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups for that classic chocolate-and-peanut-butter combo. They’re rich, chewy, and perfectly peanut buttery—basically the kind of dessert that disappears the second you set the pan down.

The Cowboys’ Rating: 10/10

Every time I make a new recipe, I have my family rate the recipe out of 10. By the time, these recipes make the blog, they’ve been tried and tested by some of my hardest tiny critics!

What Ingredients are in Reese’s Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats?

• Rice Krispie Cereal – I’m not too picky when it comes to choosing the cereal for this treat. I usually just buy the generic brand crisp rice cereal.
• Vanilla – I prefer to use pure vanilla rather than vanilla extract. It has a richer flavor rather than the flavor you get with vanilla extract.
• Salted Butter
• Marshmallows – This is a controversial topic, but I don’t think it matters if you use mini marshmallows or large marshmallows. Either will work just fine.
• Sweetened Condensed Milk – THIS IS THE SECRET INGREDIENT TO SOFT RICE KRISPIES. Sorry for shouting there, but don’t skip out on this key ingredient. It makes the softest, chewiest, most divine rice Krispie treats you’ve ever had.
• Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups – I like to use the snack size ones that come in an 8 pack. These seems to be the most budget friendly and I’m also not standing over the garbage unwrapping a million of the mini sized ones.
• Peanut Butter – I added some peanut butter into the melted marshmallows and oh my word, this might be the best thing I’ve ever done. It was so good.
• Chocolate Chips – This is optional, but I wanted it to look pretty on top. So, I melted chocolate chips and peanut butter together and drizzled it over top of the Rice Krispie treats. It was amazing.

Tools You’ll Need

• Large Stock Pot
• Spatula
• Measuring Cups & Spoons
• Parchment Paper
• 9×13″ Baking Dish

Reese’s Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

1. Chop the Reese’s peanut butter cups into small pieces. Reserve one cup to sprinkle over the top and set aside.
2. In a large stockpot, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
3. Once melted, add the marshmallows and stir frequently until completely smooth and melted.
4. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla, sweetened condensed milk, and peanut butter until well combined.
5. Add the Rice Krispies cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
6. Stir in the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups and mix until well incorporated.
7. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
8. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and gently press it into an even layer (avoid pressing too firmly to keep the treats soft).
9. Sprinkle the remaining Reese’s peanut butter cups evenly over the top.
10. {Optional} In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring well between each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Drizzle over top of Rice Krispies.
11. Let sit for about 1 hour to set, then cut into squares and serve.
12. Enjoy!

*Tips and tricks*

Get the parchment paper slightly wet, then ring it out completely. Unfold it and place it in the baking dish. This makes it easier to work with and molds to whatever dish you are working with.

Gluten Free Homemade Rice Krispie Treats

This recipe can be adapted to make it gluten free by switching out the Rice Krispie cereal. Below are a few gluten free cereals that would work for this recipe:

Nature’s Path Organic Gluten Free Rice Cereal

365 by Whole Foods Market Organic Brown Rice Crisps Cereal

Storage and Freezer Directions

Storage:
Store Reese’s peanut butter Krispie Treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–4 days. For best texture, place parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking and keep them extra soft.

Freezing:

Did you know you can freeze rice Krispie treats? Just wrap them in individual squares tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

More Rice Krispie Treats You’ll Love

If you love classic extra gooey Rice Krispie treats, you’ll also want to try my chocolate peanut butter version or my Snickers Rice Krispie treats loaded with caramel, chocolate, and chopped Snickers.

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