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Rice Krispie Treats

These Rice Krispie Treats are a nostalgic sweet treat made with crispy rice cereal and gooey marshmallows. They’re simple to make, fun for kids, and perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into slices
  • 16 oz mini marshmallows, divided
  • 8 cups crisp rice cereal
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper and grease it.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-low heat.
  • Add 6 cups of marshmallows and stir until melted.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt.
  • Fold in the crisp rice cereal and remaining marshmallows.
  • Transfer the mixture to the baking pan and press down gently.
  • Let cool for about 1 hour, then cut into squares.

Notes

Use fresh marshmallows for optimal texture.
Avoid compressing the treats to ensure gooeyness.
Experiment with the amount of marshmallows for your preferred texture.

  • Author: Rachael
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 80
  • Fat: 6
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 23
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 15