Chocolate Crispy Rice Clusters
Indulge in the irresistibly crunchy and chocolatey goodness of these Chocolate Crispy Rice Clusters, a no-bake treat perfect for satisfying sweet cravings in a matter of minutes! Made with crispy rice cereal coated in velvety melted semisweet chocolate, these bite-sized delights can be elevated with optional peanut butter for a nutty twist or mini marshmallows for an extra layer of gooey sweetness. Requiring only 10 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, this easy recipe uses the double boiler method to achieve a silky chocolate coating and no-fuss assembly for crowd-pleasing results. Ideal for snacking, gifting, or party platters, these homemade chocolate clusters are sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Crispy rice cereal
- 1.5 cups Semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups Peanut butter (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
In a heatproof bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and peanut butter (if using).
Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or microwave in 20-second increments, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
Add the salt to the melted chocolate mixture and stir well.
In a large mixing bowl, pour the crispy rice cereal over the melted chocolate mixture. If using mini marshmallows, add them now.
Gently fold the ingredients together using a rubber spatula, ensuring the cereal and marshmallows (if added) are fully coated with chocolate.
Use a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop to drop cluster-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
Allow the clusters to cool and set at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or speed up the process by placing the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Once the clusters are firm, transfer them to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.2 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.3 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3436 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 634.3 g | 231% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.3 g | ||
| Protein | 79.1 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 57.7 mg | 321% | |
| Potassium | 2312 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
