Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Cereal

Name: Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Cereal Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup light corn syrup; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter, softened; 3/4 cup peanut butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 0.5 (16 ounce) package mini marshmallows; 5 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal; 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional); TOPPING; 2 cups semisweet chocolate morsels; 2 tablespoons shortening

Servings: persons

1
Pour the rice cereal and chopped peanuts (if using) in a large bowl; set aside.
2
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan combine the light corn syrup and white sugar; bring to a boil; continue to boil for 1 minute.
3
Reduce heat to low and stir in butter or margarine, peanut butter and vanilla until melted and smooth.
4
Add in mini marshmallows and stir until blended.
5
Pour the marshmallow mixture into the rice cereal and stir with a wooden spoon until well combined.
6
Press the mixture into an greased 11 x 7-inch baking pan, flatten with the back of a buttered spoon.
7
In a microwave-safe bowl microwave the chocolate chips with shortening on HIGH until melted, removing once to stir.
8
Immediately spread the hot chocolate mixture evenly over the bars; chill to harden the chocolate.
9
Cut into desired size bars.

2217

kcal

Calories

Fat

315

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup light corn syrup, 1/2 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter, softened, 3/4 cup peanut butter, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Cereal Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Cereal Bars

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