Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Chocolate-Peanut Butter Treats


     If you like Rice Krispy treats you are going to love this kicked up version.
     Spring Time M&M's are the best. I took this pic when they were still warm
     and gooey. I'd like to tell you I made these for my kiddies but, I'm the biggest
     kid of all. It also would be a perfect Easter Treat! I can't believe my Birthday
     is on Easter this year. I think that's a first for me. =)

                                    Chocolate-Peanut Butter Treats

     1 bag of large marshmallows
     3 tablespoons butter
     2 tablespoons peanut butter
     6 cups of peanut butter Cap "n Crunch
     1 bag of M&M's

     1) In a large saucepan, combine the marshmallows, peanut butter and butter.
     Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Remove from the heat.
     Stir in cereal and M&M's.
     2) Pat into a 9x13 pan coated with cooking spray. Cool and cut into bars.

71 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Thank you for this recipe! We just moved into a furnished home with no oven...just a stovetop! What great "baked" goods for me to try :)

    P.S. We are headed to Southern California next week and can't wait...I hope the weather stays warm!!

    xoxo
    Jess

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  2. Rashon CarrawayMarch 30, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Wait did you make these?

    Can you send me a batch!!

    How colorful!

    Mr. Goodwill Hunting

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  3. Sunny Simple LifeMarch 30, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Stop Val I am trying to lose a few and keep tempting me. I know the kids would love these. The photos make them look soooo good!

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  4. TraciMarch 30, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Very pretty & delish I bet! I bought all the stuff to make the Mozzarella salad yesterday!

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  5. Elizabeth Ann @ Elizabeth Ann's Recipe BoxMarch 30, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    OH MY WORD! :-) You are SPEAKING my language! :-) these look AMAZING! :-)

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  6. Jesse {GoodGirlGoneGlad}March 30, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Yum!! And so festive!!
    Hugs!!

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  7. CourtneyMarch 30, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Heading to the grocery store..again=)

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  8. Teresa@1800 Farmhouse RdMarch 30, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Hey Val, I will definately have to do this recipe for my child, I mean hubby. He loves rice crispy treats, and I have to admit, this looks very yummy! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. Georgia | The Comfort of CookingMarch 30, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    These are so fun, Val! What a creative and colorful Easter treat. Thanks for sharing!

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  10. coolkidsMarch 30, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    I hate you right now!! I want to eat these this minute!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love anything peanut butter and chocolate and rice krispie treats too!

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  11. FotfMarch 30, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    That looks pretty yummy to me :)

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  12. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    The springtime M&Ms look so pretty! My older brother (who is also just a big kid) would love these. He's a huge fan of Captain Crunch. :) I'll have to make them for him sometime!

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  13. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    My kids (including the big one) would love these! Perfect for Easter! I'm making the salad, tonight. I'll let you know how it goes. You should wear rabbit ears for your birthday :)

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  14. Sam W.March 30, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    they are so pretty and festive! happy almost birthday :)

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  15. KoriMarch 30, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    These are so cute and perfect for the season! You're right we're close, but I'm near Pasadena, so not too close!

    I'm hosting a linkup beginning this Friday called "Fashion Fridays." I'd love for you to be a part of it! Any post you do on fashion will count and you can grab the link and get some traffic. Hope you join us! Have a fantastic day honey! Kori xoxo

    blondeepisodes.com

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  16. Karen thisoldhouse2.comMarch 30, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    GASP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Val, too many of my weaknesses all rolled into one. I gotta try this.

    YOU.. are a BAD BAD influence.

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  17. Julie HarwardMarch 30, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    YUMMY...so cute too! Are you like me and double the gooey part? I will be making these babies for sure! ;D

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  18. Marina {Yummy Mummy}March 30, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Oh gosh, I better not make these. They look TOO good. I think my daughter and I would devour them in less than a day ;) We are so on the same wavelength, Val :)

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  19. laxsupermomMarch 30, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Using the peanutbutter & m&m's to make krispy treats is such a good idea! There's a GF peanutbutter cereal that WD loves that would be perfect for these. Thanks for sharing.

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  20. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    hang on let me wipe the drool off my chin.....okay so what time can I head over for a treat. I am happy to bring the coffee. :) And let me tell you I have had my birthday land on Easter a few times now and I LOVE it. What a day for celebrating!! Besides since I could care less about my birthday it is a perfect holiday to redirect the celebrating too!! :) Happy Early Birthday!!

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  21. Drew {Coral Cafe}March 30, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Oh my goodness! I would be in heaven eating these!!

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  22. HannaMarch 30, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Val, Thank you so much for sharing this and linking up:) These look AMAZING!!!!

    xoxo Hanna

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  23. At The Picket FenceMarch 30, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I.Need.This.Right.Now...I'm on my way over! :-) It has been a crazy week so far and my sweet tooth is aching!
    Vanessa

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  24. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Terry said...
    Love rice crispies treats...yours adds the flavor of peanut butter and chocolate...love Captain Crunch cereal. I also have a recipe for Almond Bark Christmas Balls with Captain Crunch cereal and peanut butter. I made it for a high school band bake sale fundraiser...they went away quick. I'd be glad to forward you the recipe.

    Val, my daughter's 18th birthday is on Easter this year!!! Since our Texas Blue Bell Ice Cream is being sold in Colorado stores now, she plans to have an ice cream party with Blue Bell ice cream flavors. The new Colorado ice cream flavor is called Rocky Mountain Road which has chocolate ice cream with swirls of marshmallows and pecans, almonds, pecans and peanuts...yummy.

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  25. Jenni@Story of My LifeMarch 30, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    OMG. I just drooled on myself a little bit. MUST. MAKE. THESE!!!

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  26. LindsayMarch 30, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    These are too cute to eat :)

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  27. Jamie KubeczkaMarch 30, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    What can I say.. these were meant for me. Ha! ;)

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  28. KoriMarch 30, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Love this idea!

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  29. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    OH MY GOSH my mouth is watering! These look great! Love your blog sweetie!

    <3 Megan
    A Suitcase and Stilettos

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  30. CherylMarch 30, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    You are so creative!!! I LOVE this idea! :) How fun that your birthday is on Easter this year! You're going to be 29 right?? ;)
    xox
    cheryl

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  31. ChelseaMarch 30, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Yuuum, and so creative! They're gorgeous and sound delicious :)

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  32. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    These look soooo good! I'm going to have to try them VERY soon!

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  33. Becca BertottiMarch 30, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    I seriously just gained 10 lbs. looking at these!! Ohmygoodness ... delicious! Thanks so much for sharing (I think ... lol)! *Becca*

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  34. ValerieMarch 30, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    Rice Krispie treats are my favorite and these look ridiculous!!! I must try them right away. Thanks for the recipe!!

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  35. michelleMarch 30, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Oh my gosh, look at that gooey goodness!!! I would have eaten them all! :)

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  36. SandyMarch 30, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    I think that you're just a teensy, tiny bit evil...those look and sound too good NOT to make! And this girl is trying to LOSE weight, not add it on...:)

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  37. Jenn @ Peas and CrayonsMarch 30, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    SOOOOOOOOO pretty!!!!!!!!!!!! They look awesome Val!

    xoXOxo
    Jenn @ Peas & Crayons

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  38. RachMarch 30, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Oh wow, that looks so incredibly tasty! And it's so pretty too!

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  39. CassieMarch 30, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    I just found your blog and spent the last 30 minutes looking at all your amazing recipes. I can't wait to try some!!

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  40. Kim @ Feed Me, SeymourMarch 30, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    These are absolutely adorable!! Perfect for the Easter holiday. I might have to make these for my daughter and her Girl Scout troop!!!

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  41. Sara @ Domestically ChallengedMarch 30, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    I am officially in love with you. In a real sick, happy, stalker way.

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  42. Dishes of Mrs. FishMarch 30, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog so I could find this awesome recipe! I've made krispie treats with Captain Crunch, but never anything like this! :)

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  43. JulieMarch 30, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    You're so speaking my language right now...yum!!

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  44. ZoeMarch 30, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Love the colours of this lovely treat. So "sweet"!

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  45. natasha {schue love}March 30, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Get outta here! These look insanely good!! Yum yum!

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  46. MelissaMarch 31, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Omg this looks amazing! ooey gooey goodness! Thanks for the recipe!

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  47. Sarah @ Modern Country StyleMarch 31, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    These look DEEEEEEEELICIOUSSSSSSSS!! I'm not sure that we have that kind of M&Ms in England. I'll have to keep my eye out for something similar because they really add a certain something.

    Yummmmmmy!

    Sarahx

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  48. ShannonMarch 31, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    These look soooo good! Thanks for sharing! My daughter is gonna love these!

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  49. karen @ our slo houseMarch 31, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    These look way to good -- to dangerous to have around the house! How do you eat just one?! Maybe I can suck it up (some willpower!) and make 'em for my kids this spring break.

    p.s. I'm so glad you commented on my blog, and led me back here. You make the most delicious treats and food... (The tomato/avo/mozzarella salad in your previous post is def going to be made this week!)

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  50. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful}March 31, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    What a cute and *DELISH* little recipe! I'm pretty much a sucker for desserts in general...but one with m&m's...oh, I am in so much trouble!!! So glad you visited my little bloggy so I could find yours! I'm always on the lookout for new things to feed to my picky bunch! (c:

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  51. Ali RichardsonMarch 31, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Hi Val!! Thanks for stopping by my blog and for the nice comment. By the looks of all the yummy food posts on yours, my husband is going to be thrilled that I'm following you :)
    Where in CA are you (I'm not a stalker, I promise). I'm in Dana Point :)
    Happy to "meet" you! Ali

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  52. A Vintage VineMarch 31, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Val...stop, I can't stand it anymore...Last week those waffles and now this week, this.....I will no be able to get in the jeans and your blog is responsible!!!!Just kidding!!!
    It just means I walk a little longer or add another 10 minutes to my pilates!!! Thanks for all you do to make such a delish blog!

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  53. MichaelaMarch 31, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    This just made my day. I'm dying to try this. And yes, it's 10am (: Next on my list of treats to try!

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  54. SueMarch 31, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    These look fabulous! You always make such pretty and tasty treats! Love the colors and the peanut butter cereal:)

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  55. this free birdMarch 31, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Oh no you did not.

    OH YES YOU DID!! when i move into the new place i'm making these STAT!!

    xo,
    C

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  56. Calypso In The CountryMarch 31, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Those look amazing! I am sure my kids would love them too. I am going to have to make them! Thanks for posting the recipe!

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  57. AshleyMarch 31, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Yum this looks incredible! xo

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  58. SharstinMarch 31, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    pb capn crunch is a fav--so i am pretty sure these would be my best friends:)

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  59. teresaMarch 31, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    i'd say i'm going to make these for my kids, but who am i kidding, i'm gonna gobble them up as well.

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  60. EricaMarch 31, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    You are the most fun Mom ever! Look at these incredible easter treats!! I love the pastel M&Ms and these look gooey and delicious. Fantastic

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  61. Susan at www.ugogrrl.comMarch 31, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    These are so fun - can't wait to try. My favorite - chocolate and peanut butter!

    Susan

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  62. Gwen @ Gwenny PennyMarch 31, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Goodness this looks delicious. There isn't anything better than peanut butter and chocolate. And they're pretty, too:)

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  63. Lorraine @ Not Quite NigellaMarch 31, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    They look wonderful! Perfect for Easter too! :D

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  64. Lisa @ Shine Your LightApril 1, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Val......R U Kidding?????
    Tomorrow = grocery shopping for Cap't Crunch. My children and husband thank you. My waistline does not, but who cares. Yum and fun all rolled into one! Thanks so much! Have a wonderful weekend and come link up to Mangia Mondays on, oh you know, Monday!

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  65. California WifeApril 2, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    These looks so pretty with the Easter M&M's! I definitely need to make these soon!

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  66. AnonymousApril 3, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    I just made these...they are SO YUMMY!!! I may gain a few pounds, but it is so worth it :) Thank you TONS!! And Chad thinks I'm amazing for making them...I won't tell him how easy they were!! Haha

    xoxo
    Jess

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  67. Nicole-LynnApril 7, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Oh my goodness gracious! They look SO good! :)

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  68. fawnApril 9, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    OMG, that looks so devilishly delicious.

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  69. TessaApril 11, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Oh man. I've made normal cereal treats with the Reece's cereal, but I've never added more peanut butter and m&m's. What a great idea!

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  70. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    I'm totally going to try these for Easter! They look so pretty with the spring time m&m's
    -barbie @ Style of a Mrs.

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  71. UnknownApril 11, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    Because I wasn't starving enough as it was - you just shoved me over the edge and into PMSing Hungry Bi*ch Territory. I want a whole pan of these. Right. Now.
    And I totally heart you for it. XO. ~Megan

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