{"id":172933,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-16T00:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-chocolate-bars\/"},"modified":"2024-08-16T14:41:33","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T19:41:33","slug":"peanut-butter-chocolate-bars","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-chocolate-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">We already know that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/double-chocolate-bars\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/double-chocolate-bars\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">chocolate<\/a> and peanut butter go together to make the perfect couple. We already know that Rice Krispy cereal bars are a delightful treat that we\u2019ve enjoyed since childhood. So, the only real question is: &#8220;Why haven\u2019t we put all of these things together yet!?&#8221; We answer that right now with these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/crunchy-peanut-butter-bars\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/crunchy-peanut-butter-bars\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">peanut butter<\/a> chocolate bars.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Peanut butter chocolate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/nutty-rice-krispie-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/nutty-rice-krispie-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Rice Krispies<\/a> take that classic crunchy bit of goodness you loved as a kid up to the next level. And while these make a wonderful dessert treat that your kids will like, no one at any age will say no to a chocolate peanut butter Rice Krispy treat. Perhaps best of all, they require just five ingredients and take very little hands-on work.<\/p>\n<h2>Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treat Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list recipe-ingredients__collection splitColumns\">\n<li><strong>Sugar:\u00a0<\/strong>You wouldn\u2019t want to make a Rice Krispy bar that wasn\u2019t nice and sweet, now would you? So don\u2019t shy away from using an entire cup of sugar. These are sweets, after all, not a breakfast staple.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Light corn syrup:\u00a0<\/strong>That cup of sugar wasn\u2019t quite enough sweetness for this recipe. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/syrup-bottle-might-misleading-heres-need-know\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/syrup-bottle-might-misleading-heres-need-know\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">corn syrup<\/a> adds more than just sweet flavor; it also helps to bind the rice cereal into that rice krispy bar shape you love.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peanut butter:\u00a0<\/strong>What good would a peanut butter chocolate bar be without the peanut butter? Well, to be honest, still pretty good, but not the magic you are making.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crisp rice cereal:\u00a0<\/strong>The rice cereal adds the crunch. Make sure to use as fresh a cereal as possible so it has the proper texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Semisweet chocolate chips:\u00a0<\/strong>You will want the chocolate chips to be fully melted but watch the chocolate closely as you melt it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Combine the ingredients<\/h3>\n<p>In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and peanut butter and cook over a medium-low heat. Stir regularly until the sugar has dissolved.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Form the bars, top with chocolate and chill<\/h3>\n<p>Remove the peanut butter chocolate rice krispie treats from the heat and stir in the cereal. Spread the mixture into a greased 13-inch by nine-inch pan, pressing it in lightly. Spread the melted chocolate over the top of the peanut butter cereal mixture and refrigerate it until set. Cut the chocolate peanut butter rice krispy treats into bars and enjoy.<\/p>\n<h2>Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treat Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use chocolate rice cereal:\u00a0<\/strong>If you are a diehard chocolate fan use a chocolate rice cereal in place of the regular stuff. But fair warning: this will be a flavor blast!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Work with a different syrup:\u00a0<\/strong>If you don\u2019t have or don\u2019t want to use corn syrup, you can substitute many different syrups in its place. Try using light <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/amazing-molasses-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/amazing-molasses-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">molasses<\/a>, agave syrup or honey.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try a crunchy peanut butter: <\/strong>Try using a crunchy peanut butter for these bars for some wonderful texture. The flavor will be just the same but each bite will be that much more exciting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats<\/h2>\n<p>These Rice Krispy treats with chocolate and peanut butter treats will taste best if they&#8217;re stored at room temperature. Use a container that can store the leftovers without leaving much extra space for air and consume them within seven days.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze these bars?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, these bars can be frozen for up to three months and they will thaw to an edible temperature in just 30 minutes.<\/p>\n<h2>Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats Tips<\/h2>\n<h3>How can I reduce the sugar in these bars?<\/h3>\n<p>These bars need a lot of sugar and syrup. Turn to the peanut butter to cut sugar. Swap out the regular peanut butter for an all-natural peanut butter with no sugar added.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I get the bars out of the pan?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">If you grease the pan properly it should lift out rather easily. Help from a spatula or butter knife run around the sides of the pan should make it easier. If you have trouble with the release, line the baking pan with parchment paper and grease that before pressing in the sticky rice mixture.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">What should I serve with these bars?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">While plenty tasty on their own, no one will complain if there\u2019s a scoop of ice cream on the side. They also taste surprisingly good with a cup of coffee or tea if you are serving the bars to an adult crowd.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You can make a batch of chocolate peanut butter rice krispie treats in a matter of minutes with just a bit of mixing, melting, and spreading, and then some hands-off chilling in the 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Stir regularly until the sugar has dissolved."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Form the bars, top with chocolate and chill","text":"Remove the peanut butter chocolate rice krispie treats from the heat and stir in the cereal. Spread the mixture into a greased 13-inch by nine-inch pan, pressing it in lightly. Spread the melted chocolate over the top of the peanut butter cereal mixture and refrigerate it until set. Cut the chocolate peanut butter rice krispy treats into bars and enjoy."}],"recipeYield":"2 dozen","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Steven John"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 302 calories","fatContent":"14g fat (6g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"0 cholesterol","sodiumContent":"96mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"46g carbohydrate (37g sugars","fiberContent":"2g fiber)","proteinContent":"4g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.590909,"reviewCount":22,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"amsm"},"reviewBody":"These are a potluck staple here in Iowa. Everybody loves them and everybody makes them! Be sure not to boil the sugar mixture. That\u2019s the key to keeping these chewy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-09-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MissKarla"},"reviewBody":"These are called Scotcheroos in my state.  I have always heated just the sugar and corn syrup together first.  After the sugar is dissolved, then I melt the peanut butter in the hot mixture.  I only drizzle a mixture of chocolate chips and butterscotch chips as I prefer less chocolate and let more of the peanut butter bottom layer shine through.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-07-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JCV4"},"reviewBody":"This is very sweet. You can cut down on the sugar a bit, but hey - this is a decadent dessert! It's suppose to be sweet!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-06-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCocktail"},"reviewBody":"My new son in law brought these to Thanksgiving last year and we all loved them!  He is now on the hook for them every holiday.  I would make them myself but I don't trust myself to have a whole pan in my home.  Better that they remain a holiday treat only.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-02-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Rebecca967"},"reviewBody":"<p>Made these for the Super Bowl and they were a crowd favorite!  Not too rich and the perfect combo of chocolate and peanut butter.  Easy to make, too, and a great do-ahead dessert.  <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-12-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tkuehl"},"reviewBody":"<p>Always a favorite. Easy and uses pantry ingredients. I do like to substitute honey for some of the corn syrup.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-02-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sgronholz"},"reviewBody":"<p>These yummy bars are very similar to my great-grandma's recipe and just as tasty.  (My great grandma made a smaller batch at a time,  used a combination of crunchy and creamy peanut butter, and added vanilla.) Easy to make and perfect when you need a dessert in a hurry!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-03-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Ray218"},"reviewBody":"These were quite good.  I think I\u2019ll have the wife whip up another batch!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-10-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueApple"},"reviewBody":"The melted chocolate pushes these bars over the top!  This is a easy, quick and yummy recipe. I have made these many time, often omitting the melted chocolate and pressing 1 cup of mini chocolate chips into the top.  This eliminates lots of sticky, chocolatey hands!  Plus, not quite as sweet.  Wonderful combination of flavors!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeFish"},"reviewBody":"I used natural peanut butter and dark chocolate chips and they were less sweet. My family loved them.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBeer"},"reviewBody":"Taste like the scotcheroos without the butterscotch chips.    Fast and easy....","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCloud"},"reviewBody":"I never made this recipe but I happened to come across it and found out that it is pretty much the same recipe my Mom makes all the time- especially when I was a kid. We loved them and now that I have made them some they are really easy! You can also subsitute half of the corn syrup for honey. In the recipe we use, sometimes you need 8 cups of cereal and for the topping, we use 1 cup chocolate chips and 1 cup butterscotch chips. SO good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCocktail"},"reviewBody":"i would never make these again. rice krispies got soggy. the picture is deceiving","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveGoggles"},"reviewBody":"way to sweet! nobody liked them. I was soooooo disappointed","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueRocket"},"reviewBody":"I made these bars to take to work. They were gone in no time. Everyone wanted the recipe. Making another batch today to take to a family get together. Were very easy to put together. A real keeper.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveQuill"},"reviewBody":"This is a favorite For the peanut butter lovers at our house.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2007-07-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBlowdryer"},"reviewBody":"<p>I make these all time and my family loves them!   I use the microwave to heat up the corn syrup & sugar, mix them.   I use an 18 oz jar (1.5 cup) of peanut butter. soften in the microwave, mix all 3 ingredients together put back in the microwave for about a minute and then add the 6 cups of cereal.   I then use a jelly roll pan and press the cereal mixture into it.   I use the 11 oz bag of butterscotch chips and 6 oz bag of choc chips mixed together.   These are great and easy to do!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-05-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveButton"},"reviewBody":"Very rich.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-06-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedGuitar"},"reviewBody":"Finally! an outstanding recipe for Peanut Butter Bars. I didn't quite have a full cup of light corn syrup so I improvised and used honey. Couldn't tell the difference. I also used aluminum foil to line my 9 X 13 pan before adding the Rice Krispie Mixture.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-07-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBullhorn"},"reviewBody":"These are wonderful!  I'm sure they are not very \"good\" when it comes to health with all of the sugar and corn syrup, but they taste great!  I've made them several times over and they are a hit with everyone!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BluePretzel"},"reviewBody":"My family\/co-workers are not a big fan of butterscotch therefore these are a great substitution. They turn out perfect everytime. Can't get enough; always gone in a heartbeat!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"My children love these bars! I have made them countless times and it such a great alternative to marshmellow bars. 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