Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Bars

Instructions

1. Prepare the pan
   Line an 8×8 or 9×9 pan with parchment paper (for thicker bars) or a 9×13 pan (for thinner bars).

2. Melt the chocolate mixture
   In a saucepan over low heat, melt together:

   • chocolate chips

   • peanut butter

   • butter
     Stir until smooth and fully melted.

3. Add vanilla
   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Mix with cereal
   In a large bowl, pour the chocolate mixture over the Rice Krispies.
   Gently fold until everything is fully coated.

5. Press into pan
   Transfer mixture into your prepared pan.
   Press down firmly with a spatula to make an even layer.

6. Set
   Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour, or let it sit at room temperature until firm.

7. Slice & enjoy
   Cut into squares and serve!

Optional Add-Ins

• Mini marshmallows

• Crushed peanuts

• Sea salt on top

• A drizzle of melted white chocolate