These no-bake Rocky Road bars combine peanut butter and chocolate for a quick, satisfying treat. Made with only five ingredients—chocolate chips, peanut butter, butter, Rice Krispies and mini marshmallows—they’re crisp, crunchy and slightly gooey.
This post was originally published December 8, 2017 and updated October 20, 2019 with new photos and recipe tips.
Chocolate, peanut butter, Rice Krispies and mini marshmallows make these no-bake Rocky Road bars hard to resist. They’re like a homemade candy bar or a chocolate Rice Krispie treat: the cereal adds crunch, the marshmallows add chew, and the chocolate-peanut butter mixture gives a soft, slightly gooey texture.
With only five ingredients and no baking required, this is an easy recipe that comes together quickly.
How to Make No-Bake Rocky Road Bars
This recipe is straightforward. The basic steps are:
- Place 1/4 cup butter (cut into pieces), 3/4 cup peanut butter and 2 cups chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt the mixture in the microwave using 45–60 second intervals on medium power, stirring between each interval until smooth.
- Let the melted mixture cool slightly (about 5 minutes) so it won’t fully melt the marshmallows.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies and 3 cups mini marshmallows until evenly combined.
- Press the mixture into a lined 8×8 or 9×9 inch pan, then chill in the refrigerator until set.
That’s it. The whole process is quick and uses just one bowl. If you like, add chopped peanuts or use crunchy peanut butter for extra texture.
Pro tip: Line the pan with parchment paper or foil and leave an overhang. Once the bars have chilled, use the overhang to lift them from the pan for easy slicing.
These bars are perfect to make during the holidays or any time you want a no-fuss sweet. Because they only require one bowl, cleanup is minimal—always a plus when the oven is busy.
If you love the classic peanut butter and chocolate combination, these no-bake Rocky Road squares are an easy, crowd-pleasing option.
No Bake Rocky Road Bars
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 2 cups chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or a mix)
- 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch square pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang. Lightly spray the liner with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, butter and chocolate chips.
- Microwave on medium power in 45–60 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
- Stir the mixture until evenly combined and let it cool for about 5 minutes so it won’t melt the marshmallows.
- Fold in the Rice Krispies and mini marshmallows until everything is coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and press it into the corners so the layer is even.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 3 hours, or until set.
- Use the parchment or foil overhang to lift the set bars from the pan. Cut into squares and serve.