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Peanut Butter Treats

These Peanut Butter Cereal treats are an easy snack to have on the go and great for sharing. It's simple and delicious recipe that is perfect for all ages.
Prep Time20 minutes
Active Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Butter, cereal, Chocolate, Peanut butter

Materials

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 10 oz mini marshmallows
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
  • 5 cups Reese's Puff Cereal
  • 4 oz chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup Mini reese's cup, chopped as garnish

Instructions

  • Spray a non-stick 9X9 square pan liberraly with spray oil. Set aside.
  • Put butter into pan. Heat on medium heat untl the butter begins to brown and foam up. Take off heat. Add half the marshmallows and mix to melt it. Once melted. Add the other half and mix until fully melted.
  • Add in Reese's puff cereal and mix with a rubber spatula to combine. It will be sticky. Once combined, pour into the pan. Pat it down so it is even and let cool at room temp.
  • While that is cooling, melt the chocolate chips by putting it in a pan. Heat on low heat until it is melted, but do not burn it. Put in a piping bag or ziploc bag or just spoon it on top. Pipe lines over the top.
  • As a last finishing touch, take your Reese's cups and chop into smaller pieces. While the chocolate it still liquid, sprinkle on top and then put in the fridge for the chocolate to harden.
  • Slice into squares and enjoy!