No Bake Snickers Rice Krispie Treats
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These Snickers Rice Krispie Treats are the kind of easy no bake dessert that tastes like the classic, but with a twist. These twist on classic rice cereal bars come together quickly, and whether you are making them for a holiday dessert tray, game day gathering, or just as am easy snack, they are sure to be enjoyed. .
Made with all of the ingredients in a Snickers bar, these loaded squares combine chocolate, caramel, and peanuts into something dangerously snackable and perfect for party events or game day gathering, .
If you love cereal bars but want something a little more fun and indulgent, this recipe is such a delicious twist.
Recipe Highlights
These Easy Snickers Rice Krispie Treats come together quickly, and you can easily dress them up with a drizzle of melted caramel for an extra special touch.
Whether you are making them for an event, or just because you are craving something sweet and nostalgic, like my Golden Grahams treats and my Captain Crunch treats, these unique cereal treats are a fun, family friendly treat that feels homemade and a little extra special.
Why This Recipe is Special
The secret to great Snickers Rice Krispie treats is not just dumping candy into melted marshmallows and hoping for the best. You need the right marshmallow-to-cereal ratio so the base stays chewy but not gummy. This recipe involves a layering technique that keeps the flavors distinct, yet blended perfectly.
Ingredients
- Butter – or margarine
- Marshmallows Mini marshmallows melt faster and more evenly, but large ones work fine if you stir well. Do not use marshmallow fluff. It does not set the same way.
- Rice Krispies cereal – I prefer the original, not off-brand puffed rice, which doesn’t taste the same to me.
- Salted roasted peanuts – be sure to use salted and not unsalted.
- Caramel sauce – store-bought or homemade caramel sauce.
- Chocolate Wafers or Milk chocolate chips .
- Vanilla Extract
- Sea salt is optional but highly recommended.
Equipment and Kitchen Tools
- Large Saucepan
- 9×13-inch baking pan
- silicone spatula
- sharp knife or a bench scraper, (my favorite for neat even cuts)
How To Make Snickers Krispie treats
Step by Step Instructions Overview. Full details in recipe card.
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Step 1 – Melt butter and marshmallows together over medium-low heat. Prep your pan first. Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper.
Step 2 – Add marshmallows and stir constantly with a silicone spatula for 3 to 5 minutes until melted. You want the marshmallows fully melted and smooth, no lumps.
Step 3 – Remove from heat and immediately fold in the Rice Krispies. Fold in peanuts.
Step 4 – Work quickly but gently to mix. You want every piece of cereal coated, but if you stir too aggressively, you will crush the cereal and lose that signature crispy texture.
Step 5 – Press the mixture into the prepared pan. Use a bench scraper or offset spatula to press it down evenly.
Step 6 – Spread the caramel suace over the base layer.
Step 7 – Scatter the peanuts over the caramel layer evenly.
Step 8 – Let the bars set and melt the chocolate layer. Spread the chocolate over the peanuts.
Step 9 – Cut bars with a sharp knife.
Step 10 – Serve or store with parchment paper.
Substitutions and Variations
Go full chocolate. Replace half the Rice Krispies with Cocoa Krispies for a chocolate nougat base.
Add pretzel pieces. Crushed pretzels folded into the base or layered in add extra salt and crunch. This works especially well if you reduce the peanuts slightly.
Peanut forward – stir a little peanut butter into the marshmallow mixture for even more peanut flavor.
Storage Suggestions
Store in an airtight container at room temperature, for up to three days. Use parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.
If your kitchen is warm or humid, the caramel and chocolate can get too soft and messy. In that case, refrigerate them.
Raquel’s Time Saving Tips ⏰
- Line your pan with parchment paper before cooking for faster cleanup and easy lifting when it’s time to slice.
- Use mini marshmallows because they melt faster and more evenly than large marshmallows.
- Spray or butter your spatula before pressing the mixture into the pan so it doesn’t stick and you can work faster.
More Fun Rice Krispie Treat Recipes
Snickers Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 5 cups crispy rice cereal
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 10 oz milk chocolate melting wafers
- ¾ cup caramel dip or thick caramel sauce
- 1 cup salted peanuts plus extra for topping
- Pinch of flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease with cooking spray if desired.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the mini marshmallows and cook, stirring frequently, until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Immediately fold in the rice cereal and ¾ cup peanuts, stirring until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Using lightly oiled hands or spoon, press the mixture evenly into the pan.
- While the bars are still warm, spread the caramel evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle remaining peanuts over the caramel layer.
- Let the bars sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate wafers according to package directions until smooth. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel layer.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt and additional peanuts over the chocolate while it’s still wet. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes, then transfer to the freezer for 15 minutes to set.
- Remove from the pan. Cut into 12 bars and enjoy!
Notes
Adding the caramel while the cereal layer is still warm helps it soak in slightly, giving you that candy-bar-style texture.
Letting the bars sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before transferring to the freezer helps the layers set evenly and prevents the chocolate from cracking when sliced.
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