Description
Classic Rice Krispies Treats made with melted butter, marshmallows, and crispy Rice Krispies cereal. These no-bake, chewy, and sweet treats are perfect for a quick and easy snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter
- 15 oz mini marshmallows (about 1½ 10 oz bags, reserve 1 cup of marshmallows)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 9 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Butter a 9 x 13 x 2 inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the treats later.
- Melt butter and marshmallows: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add all the marshmallows except 1 cup reserved for later. Stir continuously to coat and melt the marshmallows completely, then remove from heat.
- Add vanilla and cereal: Stir in the vanilla extract. Then add the Rice Krispies cereal along with the reserved 1 cup of marshmallows. Gently fold and stir to coat all the cereal pieces evenly with the melted marshmallow mixture.
- Transfer and shape: Pour the coated cereal mixture into the prepared pan. Using a buttered spatula, waxed paper, or dipped fingers in water or butter, gently press the mixture down into an even layer without packing it too firmly to keep the treats soft and chewy.
- Cool and serve: Allow the treats to cool completely for at least one hour before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
- Do not pack the cereal mixture too firmly; this keeps the treats soft and chewy rather than hard.
- You can substitute salted butter with unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt if preferred.
- For a fun twist, you can add mix-ins like chocolate chips or colored sprinkles before pressing the mixture into the pan.
- Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Rice Krispies Treats, marshmallow treats, easy no-bake dessert, classic snack, chewy treats
