Peanut Butter Cocoa Krispie Treats
No-Bake Crowd-Pleasing Goodness
Peanut butter Cocoa Krispie treats satisfy two cravings I often have. Not only do I love chocolate, but also peanut butter makes me very happy.
This dessert is amazing and comes together with very little effort! All you need are Cocoa Krispies, marshmallows, chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and butter to make these delicious treats.
These dessert bars are quick and easy to make, and they will disappear quickly! Once you taste them, you’ll know why.
Taste Testing the Peanut Butter Cocoa Krispie Treats
If you enjoy Rice Krispie treats, you’ll probably like these. After I made them, I tried one and knew I had something pretty wonderful.
Then I tested them out on some teenage neighbors and their friends. At first, they looked at them like they weren’t sure what to do or say.
But once they tasted them, I couldn’t help but see how much they liked them. Maybe it was the eyes rolling back in the head, or perhaps it was the big smiles after they ate them.
Whatever the case, they were happy. And they offered to be my taste testers for future goodies.
When my husband got home, he tried one. As soon as he gave me a thumbs-up, I knew I had a hit.
And then yesterday, my granddaughters spent the day with us. For lunch, we made pimento cheese sandwiches.
Afterward, we had these Cocoa Krispie treats with peanut butter for dessert. Once again, they made a great impression.
Simple Ingredients
The ingredient list is pretty simple and straightforward. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Cocoa Krispies
- Marshmallows
- Butter
- Chocolate chips
- Peanut butter chips
Easy Step-by-Step Directions
There are only a few simple steps. In fact, it’s something you can enjoy doing with your children or grandkids. First, melt the butter in a large saucepan.
Add the marshmallows, and once they start melting, stir in the chocolate chips.
Continue to stir until all the chocolate chips have melted.
Add the Cocoa Krispies and stir until they are all coated. Pour them into a pan that you’ve coated with butter or sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
Sprinkle the peanut butter chips over the top and press into the cocoa mixture.
If some of them are loose, you can put it in the microwave for a few seconds. This will melt the edges and help them stick to the mixture.
After it cools, cut them into whatever size you prefer.
More Desserts and Special Treats
My husband and I both enjoy the mug cakes but not the same flavors. So I try to have a variety of options available.
We also occasionally have cravings for these peanut butter cookies and the delicious coconut macaroons. They’re both loaded with melt-in-your-mouth goodness and hard to resist. These Cocoa Krispie treats with peanut butter are like that too. They combine two of the best flavors and give you a taste sensation that will have you running back for more.
Peanut butter fudge – This is one of my favorite flavors of fudge, and it’s super easy to make.
Butterscotch pecan cookies – These cookies are surprisingly easy to make, and they’re a real crowd pleaser. Bring them to a potluck, and you’ll see what I mean.
Pecan brownie cookies – If you like pecans, and you like brownies, you’ll undoubtedly like these.
Easy Homemade Snack
Next time you want an easy snack, try making these peanut butter Cocoa Krispie treats. You’ll be amazed by the combination of their simplicity and wonderful blend of sweet flavors!
Cocoa Krispie Treats Recipe with Peanut Butter
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 tablespoon of butter
- 5 ounces of miniature marshmallows (1/2 of a 10 ounce bag)
- 3 cups of Cocoa Krispies
- 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup of peanut butter chips
Instructions
- Spray a medium casserole dish (approx. 8" x 13") or baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or coat it with butter.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
- Add the marshmallows and chocolate chips and stir until completely melted.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and add the Cocoa Krispies. Stir until all of the cereal is coated.
- Pour the mixture into the casserole dish.
- Spray a spatula with nonstick cooking spray and use it to press down the Cocoa Krispie mixture.
- While the mixture is still warm, sprinkle the peanut butter chips on top and press them down into the mixture. Some of them may melt around the edges, but that’s fine. It will help them stay put.
- Cool for approximately 30 minutes.
- Cut into 2” x 3” rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 474Total Fat 16gSaturated Fat 9gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 7gCholesterol 8mgSodium 220mgCarbohydrates 79gFiber 3gSugar 54gProtein 8g
The nutrition information is a product of online calculators. I try to provide true and accurate information, but these numbers are estimates.
Did you use a 9×13″ pan, or 8 1/2 x11″ or smaller? Not sure what “medium casserole dish” size is. Thanks!
Hi Sherrie. I just measured the casserole dish, and it’s 8″ x 13″. Sorry I didn’t make it clear. I hope you enjoy these treats!
My kids would love these! Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you, Marilyn! I always enjoy your blog!
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I would use leftover mini Reeses cups for an add-in…Yummy
Hi Sarah, That sounds wonderful! What a great idea! Thank you so much for the suggestion!
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These look amazing!