Tasty Rice Krispie Treats
Rice Krispie Treats are classic no-bake dessert bars made with crisped rice cereal, melted marshmallows, and butter. They’re chewy, sweet, and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 40–50 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows (about 6 cups)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (or other crisped rice cereal)
- Optional: chocolate chips, sprinkles, peanut butter, or candies for mix-ins
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the mini marshmallows and stir constantly until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt if using.
- Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, mixing until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan.
- Press evenly using a buttered spatula or wax paper, but do not press too hard.
- Let cool completely at room temperature before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Don’t overheat the marshmallows to keep the treats soft.
- Use a buttered spatula or wax paper to avoid sticking when pressing into the pan.
- Customize with chocolate chips, sprinkles, or peanut butter for variety.
- Store tightly sealed to prevent them from drying out.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (1/16 of pan)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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