Caramel Peanut Rice Krispie Treats
Indulge in the delightful taste of Caramel Peanut Rice Krispie Treats, a scrumptious twist on the classic dessert. With layers of gooey vegan marshmallows, crunchy peanuts, and rich chocolate drizzled over smooth caramel, these treats are sure to bring joy to any occasion. Perfect for family gatherings or as a quick snack, they can be whipped up in just 30 minutes. Not only are they incredibly simple to make, but they’re also customizable—add your favorite nuts or toppings to create a unique flavor profile. These chewy, sweet bars promise to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup butter
- 5 cups mini vegan marshmallows
- 5 1/2 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 1/2 cup salted peanuts
- 16 oz caramel candies (about 1½ 11-oz bags), unwrapped
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in mini vegan marshmallows until fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in Rice Krispie cereal until coated; press into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle salted peanuts evenly over the mixture.
- In another saucepan, melt caramel candies with heavy cream over medium heat until smooth; pour over the peanut layer.
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave and pour over the caramel layer; spread evenly.
- Allow to set completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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