Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Krispies π«π₯
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Krispies
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Servings: 24 bars
- Calories: 263.3 per serving
- Rating: βββββ (5/5 stars, based on 3 reviews)
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Kid Friendly, Potluck, Microwave, < 30 Mins, For Large Groups
Description:
Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Krispies! A perfect treat for all occasions, whether it’s a family gathering, a kids’ party, or a potluck dessert, these bars are bound to be a hit. With a blend of sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crispy cereal, they offer a satisfying crunch with every bite. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com will surely become a favorite in your repertoire.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 6 cups Krispie cereal
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large saucepan, bring sugar and corn syrup to a boil over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Once boiling, remove from heat. |
| 2 | Add peanut butter to the hot mixture and stir until well combined and smooth. |
| 3 | In a large mixing bowl, pour the mixture over the Krispie cereal. Mix thoroughly until all cereal is coated evenly. |
| 4 | Press the mixture firmly into a buttered 9×13-inch pan using a spatula or the back of a spoon. Ensure it’s evenly distributed. |
| 5 | In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butterscotch chips on the defrost setting, stirring occasionally until smooth. This usually takes about 1-2 minutes. |
| 6 | Once melted, mix the chocolate and butterscotch until fully combined. |
| 7 | Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the Krispie mixture in the pan. |
| 8 | Allow the bars to cool at room temperature until the chocolate layer has set. This usually takes about 1 hour. |
| 9 | Once cooled and set, cut into bars of your desired size using a sharp knife. |
| 10 | Serve and enjoy these delicious Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Krispies! |
Tips:
- For an extra crunch, try adding chopped nuts or dried fruits to the Krispie mixture before pressing into the pan.
- To speed up the cooling process, you can place the pan in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 263.3
- Fat: 11.8g
- Saturated Fat: 5.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 110.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugar: 25.7g
- Protein: 3.9g
These Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Krispies are not only delicious but also a fun and easy treat to make with the whole family. Perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings, they’re sure to become a go-to dessert in your household. Enjoy every crispy, chocolatey, peanut buttery bite! π«π₯
