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Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups

Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups for Sweet Nostalgia

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Cups are a nostalgic gluten-free treat that combines sweet chocolate and creamy peanut butter with crispy Rice Krispies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cups
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter substitute with natural peanut butter for a less sweet option
  • 1/2 cup honey or light corn syrup honey is preferable for a natural sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can be omitted for a simpler taste
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal use gluten-free certified rice cereal if needed
For the Topping
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips dark chocolate can be used for a healthier variant
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter can be substituted with coconut oil for a vegan option

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Muffin tin
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, set over low heat, combine 1 cup of smooth peanut butter and ½ cup of honey (or light corn syrup). Stir continuously for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
  2. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the warm peanut butter mixture, mixing thoroughly with a spatula.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, pour the creamy peanut butter mixture over 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal and gently fold until each piece is coated.
  4. Line a muffin tin with paper liners and press the cereal mixture firmly into each cup, filling them about three-quarters full.
  5. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  6. Drizzle the melted chocolate over each Rice Krispie cup, spreading it to cover the tops completely.
  7. Place the filled muffin tin in the refrigerator and let them chill for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
  8. Remove the cups from the muffin tin by gently pulling on the paper liners and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These are customizable; feel free to swap peanut butter for almond or cashew and add nuts or dried fruit for variety.

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