Description
Delight in the festive spirit with Salted Peanut Butter Christmas Trees, a no-bake treat that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. These chewy and crunchy bars combine the irresistible flavors of salted peanut butter and crispy rice cereal, making them a favorite among kids and adults alike. Shaped like Christmas trees, they not only taste great but also add a fun touch to your dessert table. With just 20 minutes of preparation, these treats are customizable with colorful toppings and sprinkles, making them an exciting project for family bonding during the holidays. Whether you serve them at parties, gift them, or enjoy them at home, these delicious Christmas trees will surely become a holiday tradition.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Karo Light Corn Syrup
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup crushed pretzels
- 1 cup quick oats
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (for topping)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare a baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine light brown sugar and corn syrup; stir in creamy peanut butter until smooth.
- Add crushed pretzels, quick oats, and crispy rice cereal; mix until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- In another bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir in creamy peanut butter and gradually add powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- Spread the topping over the pressed base; sprinkle with decorations.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 40 minutes before cutting into tree shapes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg