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Rice Krispie Treats

Rice Krispie Treats are a classic no-bake dessert made with crispy rice cereal, marshmallows, and butter. They are sweet, chewy, and perfect for sharing at parties or as a quick homemade snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cups mini marshmallows Using mini marshmallows helps them melt faster.
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1 pinch salt Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional.

Equipment

  • 1 large saucepan
  • 1 wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • 1 9x13-inch baking pan
  • 1 parchment paper or non-stick spray
  • 1 measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Prepare your baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or spraying it with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
  3. Add the marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring constantly until they are completely melted and mixed with the butter. Remove from heat.
  4. Stir in salt and vanilla extract if using.
  5. Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the saucepan. Quickly and gently stir until all the cereal is evenly coated with the melted marshmallow mixture.
  6. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Use a spatula or wax paper to gently press the mixture evenly into the pan.
  7. Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cutting into 12 bars.
  8. For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or rainbow sprinkles while mixing in the cereal.
  9. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days for best freshness.

Notes

For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips or rainbow sprinkles while mixing in the cereal.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days for best freshness.
The recipe can be doubled for a larger batch or halved for a smaller yield.
Using mini marshmallows helps them melt faster, but you can use large ones if that's what you have on hand.