Description
A fun and whimsical treat perfect for gatherings, combining crispy rice cereal with gooey marshmallows.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, candy eyes, sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by greasing a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and gradually fold in the Rice Krispies, mixing gently to coat every grain.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and use buttered hands to press it into an even layer.
- Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then cut them into squares or shapes.
- Decorate with candy eyes, sprinkles, or melted chocolate, and serve.
Notes
For a healthier version, use puffed quinoa or oats instead of Rice Krispies and coconut oil instead of butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Rice Krispie Treats, dessert, childhood memories, easy recipe, party food