Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats Recipe

Elevate your snack game with these decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats! Forget boring rice krispies – this recipe combines the delightful crunch of Cocoa Krispies and Honey Bunches of Oats for a texture explosion. A rich peanut butter and chocolate marshmallow base binds it all together, creating a sweet treat the whole family will crave. Get ready for eight thumbs up (or more!) from your crew!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 319.2 kcal
Protein 15g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats

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How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats

  1. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, stirring frequently.
  3. Add 10 ounces (about 4 cups) of mini marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gently fold in 5 cups Cocoa Krispies cereal and 4 cups Honey Bunches of Oats cereal until the marshmallow mixture is evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and, using lightly sprayed hands, press firmly and evenly into the pan.
  7. Let cool completely at room temperature (about 30-45 minutes) before cutting.
  8. Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut into desired-sized bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

93g

Fat

11g

Carbs

19g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats?

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats?

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats has approximately 319.2 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Treats are Butter, Peanut Butter, Miniature Marshmallows, Cocoa Powder, Vanilla Extract, Rice Krispies. See the full list with measurements above.

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