Rice Krispie Treats
Rice Krispie treats are the quintessential nostalgic dessert that brings joy to any gathering. With their crispy, crunchy texture and gooey marshmallow goodness, these sweet bites are a delightful treat for both kids and adults alike. Perfect for birthdays, movie nights, or just because, this simple recipe is easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or sprinkles. Get ready to create delicious memories in your kitchen with this timeless classic!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Optional: chocolate chips or sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Gather tools: large mixing bowl, spatula, and a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat until bubbly but not browned. Add mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
- Pour Rice Krispies cereal into the melted mixture and stir gently until fully coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased pan, pressing down evenly without squishing air out.
- Allow to cool for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares or fun shapes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (32g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg