Jean Pare's Peanut Butter Treats
Indulge in the irresistible nostalgia of *Jean Pare's Peanut Butter Treats*, a no-bake dessert that combines creamy peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, and a luscious chocolate topping. Perfectly sweet and satisfying, this easy recipe takes just 20 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. The secret lies in the harmony of textures—the crunch of rice cereal against the velvety chocolate and peanut butter layers creates a bite-sized delight that's impossible to resist. With pantry-friendly ingredients like granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these squares are simple to make yet packed with indulgent flavor. Whether served at parties, potlucks, or as an afternoon treat, these 24 servings of perfection will disappear in no time. Try this classic peanut butter square recipe today—your taste buds will thank you!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 125 ml Light corn syrup
- 250 grams Smooth peanut butter
- 5 cups Crispy rice cereal
- 175 grams Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 15 grams Butter
Directions
Step 1
In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup.
Step 2
Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the peanut butter until smooth and fully combined.
Step 4
Add the crispy rice cereal to the saucepan and mix until all the cereal is evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.
Step 5
Press the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch pan, spreading it out evenly and pressing it down firmly.
Step 6
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter.
Step 7
Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until the chocolate and butter are melted and smooth.
Step 8
Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the pressed cereal layer in the pan.
Step 9
Allow the treats to cool at room temperature, or refrigerate for faster setting.
Step 10
Once the chocolate layer is firm, cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1426.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6137.1 |
| Total Fat 186.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 35.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4912.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1045.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 482.9g | |
| Protein 106.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 81.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 603.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories