Peanut Butter Rice Crispy Squares

These no-bake peanut butter rice crispy squares are the perfect balance of sweet, chewy, and crunchy. Made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients, they’re a healthier twist on the classic treat you may remember from childhood.

Why You’ll Love These Squares

• Simple & quick: Only 10 minutes of prep with no baking required.
• Wholesome ingredients: Made with natural peanut butter and honey or maple syrup for a naturally sweet flavour.
• Customizable: Easily swap ingredients to fit your preferences (like almond butter instead of peanut butter).

Ingredient Highlights

• Puffed rice cereal: Provides the light, crispy texture. Look for unsweetened or whole-grain varieties if available.
• Peanut butter: Adds creaminess, protein, and healthy fats to help keep you satisfied. Both smooth and crunchy work here!
• Honey or maple syrup: Acts as the sweetener and binder to hold the squares together.
• Vanilla extract (optional): Rounds out the flavour with a warm, subtle sweetness.

Ingredients

• 3 cups puffed rice cereal
• ¾ cup natural peanut butter (smooth)
• ½ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Directions

1. Prepare the pan: Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Melt together: In a small saucepan over low heat, stir peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, if using.
3. Mix: Pour the peanut butter mixture over the rice cereal in a large bowl. Stir until all the cereal is evenly coated.
4. Press into pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press down firmly with a spatula or the back of a spoon to create an even layer.
5. Chill: Place in the fridge for 1 hour, or until firm and set.
6. Cut & enjoy: Lift from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into 12 squares.

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Variations & Substitutions

• Nut-free: Swap peanut butter for sunflower seed butter or soy nut butter.
• Extra crunch: Mix in a few tablespoons of chia seeds, hemp hearts, or chopped nuts before pressing into the pan.
• Chocolate drizzle: Melt dark chocolate and drizzle over the top before chilling.

More Sweet Treats

• Mango Ninja Creami
• Chocolate Date Balls
• Apple Oatmeal Muffins 

Recipe

Juliana Crimi, RD

Peanut Butter Rice Crispy Squares

These no-bake peanut butter rice crispy squares are the perfect balance of sweet, chewy, and crunchy. Made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients, they’re a healthier twist on the classic treat you may remember from childhood

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Servings: 9 sqaures

Course: Dessert, Snack

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups puffed rice cereal
• ¾ cup natural peanut butter smooth
• ½ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Equipment

• Measuring cups
• Mixing bowl
• Baking dish
• Medium sized pot
• Mixing spoon

Method

 

1. Prepare the pan: Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Melt together: In a small saucepan over low heat, stir peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, if using.
3. Mix: Pour the peanut butter mixture over the rice cereal in a large bowl. Stir until all the cereal is evenly coated.
4. Press into pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press down firmly with a spatula or the back of a spoon to create an even layer.
5. Chill: Place in the fridge for 1 hour, or until firm and set.
6. Cut & enjoy: Lift from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into 12 squares