Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Treats

01Method

1. 1

   Lightly grease a 13- by 9-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large saucepan over low to medium-low heat, cook the butter until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the marshmallows and continue stirring until fully melted. Take the pan off the heat, then mix in the peanut butter until smooth and combined. Fold in the puffed rice cereal and peanuts, coating everything evenly.

3. 3

   Transfer the mixture into the prepared dish and press it down into an even layer. Allow to cool completely.

4. 4

   While the bars cool, place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each interval, until fully melted.

5. 5

   Pour and drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled bars, then scatter flaked sea salt over the top if desired. Slice into 18 portions.