Peanut Butter Cup Crunch Cereal Treats
June 27, 2026
A limited-edition cereal treat loaded with peanut butter cups and chocolate!
The second I spotted the limited-edition Cinnamon Toast Crunch Peanut Butter cereal, I knew it was going to be a marshmallow treat. These Peanut Butter Cup Crunch Cereal Treats take everything that’s good about classic cereal bars and pile on the peanut butter. Between the cinnamon-peanut butter cereal, creamy peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, and chopped peanut butter cups, every bite is absolutely packed with flavor. If you’re lucky enough to find a box of this cereal, save some for these treats before it disappears from store shelves.
Flavor Profile
These treats are soft, chewy, and loaded with peanut butter flavor from the first bite to the last. The cereal adds a sweet cinnamon-peanut butter crunch while the marshmallow mixture keeps everything gooey and rich. Mini chocolate chips and peanut butter cups bring plenty of chocolate throughout, and the drizzle on top finishes them off perfectly.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Uses a limited-edition cereal before it disappears from stores.
- Packed with peanut butter flavor in every layer.
- No baking required and easy to make.
- Mini chocolate chips add extra chocolate throughout the bars.
- Peanut butter cups create little pockets of candy in every bite.
The Twist
Most cereal treats start with a plain cereal base. This version uses limited-edition Cinnamon Toast Crunch Peanut Butter cereal instead. The sweet cinnamon flavor mixed with peanut butter completely changes the flavor profile and gives these bars a fun upgrade from the usual marshmallow treats.
Ingredient Highlights
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch Peanut Butter Cereal: The limited-edition cereal that gives these treats their signature flavor.
- Peanut Butter: Adds extra creaminess and doubles down on the peanut butter flavor.
- Mini Marshmallows: Melt into the gooey base that holds everything together.
- Mini Chocolate Chips: Add chocolate flavor throughout the bars.
- Peanut Butter Cups: Chopped into pieces for candy-filled bites.
- Melted Chocolate: Drizzled over the top for an extra layer of chocolate.
Peanut Butter Cup Crunch Cereal Treats
Ingredients
- 5 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch Peanut Butter cereal
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 (10-ounce) bag mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped peanut butter cups
- Melted chocolate, for drizzling
Instructions
- Spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Stir in the peanut butter until fully combined.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let the mixture cool for 2 to 3 minutes. This helps keep the chocolate chips from melting when they’re added.
- Fold in the cereal until evenly coated.
- Let the mixture cool for another minute, then gently stir in the chocolate chips and chopped peanut butter cups.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and gently press it into an even layer. Avoid packing it down too firmly to keep the treats soft and chewy.
- Let the treats cool completely, then drizzle with melted chocolate.
- Cut into rectangles and serve.
FAQ
Can I use regular Cinnamon Toast Crunch instead?
Yes. The treats will still be delicious, but you’ll lose the extra peanut butter flavor from the cereal.
Why should I let the mixture cool before adding the chocolate chips?
A brief cooling period helps the chocolate chips keep their shape instead of melting into the marshmallow mixture.
Can I use chunky peanut butter?
You can, but creamy peanut butter creates a smoother texture.
How should I store these treats?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Can I freeze them?
Yes. Wrap individual squares and freeze for up to 2 months.
Sprinkle of Fun
Make these for an after-school treat so there’s something fun to snack on while homework gets checked off the list.
Suggested Recipes
If you like Peanut Butter Cup Crunch Cereal Treats, then you’ll love these recipes below:
- Root Beer Float Marshmallow Treats
- White Chocolate Pretzel Crunch Treats
- Lucky Charms Stuffed Cookie Bars
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