Craving something quick, easy, and utterly delicious? Look no further! Imagine the perfect blend of chewy, salty goodness with a touch of decadence, thanks to the irresistible combination of peanut butter and chocolate ganache.
For a delightful treat that’s a breeze to whip up, try these quick and easy peanut butter rice krispie treats. Topped with a luscious chocolate ganache, they offer a mouthwatering experience of chewiness and sweetness. Plus, they’re naturally gluten-free, effortlessly vegan, and loved by both kids and adults!
Let’s dive into the recipe:
Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
- 2 tablespoons of butter (vegan or regular)
- ¾ cup of creamy natural peanut butter
- 10 ounces of mini marshmallows (divided (vegan or regular))
- ½ cup of chopped lightly salted peanuts
- ¼ cup of maple syrup
- 1 ½ teaspoons of vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon of cinnamon (optional)
- â…› teaspoon of salt
- 3 cups of Rice Krispies or other puffed rice cereal
**Chocolate Ganache:**
- 1 ½ cups of mini semisweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup of heavy cream (vegan or regular)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Flaky salt for topping (optional)
- In a large saucepan, melt butter and half of the marshmallows (5 ounces) over medium-low heat. Stir until the marshmallows are fully melted.
- Once melted, mix in peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Turn off the heat.
- Add rice krispies, peanuts, and the remaining marshmallows (5 ounces) to the saucepan. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9×13″ pan lined with parchment paper. Press the mixture into an even layer using the flat bottom of a measuring cup or your hands. Refrigerate while you prepare the ganache.
- For the ganache, melt chocolate chips in the microwave or using a double boiler. Whisk in the milk/cream and vanilla extract.
- Spread the ganache over the peanut butter rice krispies, top with flaky salt (optional), and refrigerate for at least one hour or until the ganache sets.
- If your vegan marshmallows are taking longer to melt, whisk in 1-2 tablespoons of water to speed up the process.
- Prefer a thicker treat? Use an 8×8″ or 9×9″ pan instead of a 9×13″ pan.
**Storage:**
– Keep leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container for up to 2-3 months. (Defrost before enjoying!)
