There’s something irresistible about the combination of chocolate, caramel, and peanuts, and these Snickers Rice Krispie Treats deliver all of those classic candy bar flavors in one easy, no-bake dessert!

Easy Snickers Rice Krispie Treats!

If you love the classic combination of chocolate, caramel, and peanuts found in a Snickers candy bar, you’re going to fall head over heels for these Snickers Rice Krispie Treats! They take everything you love about the iconic candy bar and combine it with soft, chewy Rice Krispie treats for an irresistible no-bake dessert.

These layered dessert bars start with a buttery marshmallow Rice Krispie base, followed by a rich caramel peanut layer, and finished with a smooth chocolate topping. They’re easy to make, perfect for parties, potlucks, and holiday gatherings, and guaranteed to disappear quickly!

Why this Recipe Works

The Marshmallow Rice Krispie Base Provides the Perfect Foundation – It’s soft, chewy, and crispy, creating a light texture that balances the rich toppings.

Salted Peanuts Add the Signature Snickers Crunch – Their salty flavor cuts through the sweetness of the marshmallows, caramel, and chocolate, creating a more balanced dessert.

The Caramel Layer Stays Smooth and Chewy – Heavy cream helps the melted caramels become silky and easy to spread, preventing a tough or overly sticky layer.

Chocolate Completes the Snickers Flavor Profile – A generous layer of melted chocolate brings all the components together for that recognizable candy bar taste.

Close-up of gooey Snickers Rice Krispie treat with chocolate and peanuts

Ingredients You’ll Need

1/4 cup Butter – Melted with marshmallows to create a rich, buttery base that helps bind the treats together.

5 cups Mini Marshmallows – Provides the classic gooey sweetness and chewy texture of Rice Krispie Treats.

5 1/2 cups Rice Krispies – Adds the signature crispy crunch and forms the foundation of the bars.

1/2 cup Salted Peanuts – Brings a savory crunch and nutty flavor, just like a Snickers candy bar.

16 oz Kraft Caramels (Unwrapped) – Melted into a smooth caramel layer for sweetness and chewiness.

3 tbsp Heavy Cream – Helps thin the caramel for a silky, spreadable consistency.

2 cups Chocolate Chips – Melted and spread over the top, creating the chocolate coating that completes the Snickers-inspired flavor.

Detailed view of Snickers Rice Krispie bar showing caramel

How to Make Snickers Rice Krispie Treats

Spray 9 x 13 pan with non-stick spray and set aside.

Melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat in a large sauce pan.

Stir in 5 cups mini-marshmallows until completely melted. Remove from heat once melted.

Pour in 5 1/2 cups Rice Krispies and mix until cereal is completely coated.

Transfer mixture to prepared pan and gently press down evenly.

Sprinkle 1/2 cup salted peanuts over the top.

In a medium size sauce pan over medium heat, melt 16 oz unwrapped Kraft caramels and 3 tbsp heavy cream together.

Stir frequently until smooth and melted.

Pour caramel evenly over the top.

Melt 2 cup chocolate chips in 30 second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each interval, until smooth and melted.

Spread evenly over the caramel.

Let chocolate set before cutting.

Use Fresh Marshmallows – Fresh marshmallows melt more smoothly and create softer, chewier treats.

Don’t Overheat the Marshmallow Mixture – Melt the butter and marshmallows over low heat to prevent the treats from becoming hard or crunchy. Remove from heat as soon as it’s melted.

Approximate Measurement for Caramels – 16 oz Kraft Caramels is approximately 1 1/2 11 oz bags.

Let Each Layer Set Slightly – Allow the Rice Krispie base and caramel layer to cool briefly before adding the chocolate topping to help keep the layers distinct.

Store at Room Temperature – Keep the bars in an airtight container for the best chewy texture. Refrigeration for long periods can make them too firm.