Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly gooey Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats, a delightful twist on the classic snack! This no-bake dessert combines crispy Rice Krispies cereal with a rich blend of melted mini marshmallows, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a touch of cocoa powder for an extra chocolatey punch. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness, these treats are quick and easy to whip up in just 20 minutes. Perfect for parties, lunchbox snacks, or an afternoon indulgence, these chewy chocolate treats set beautifully in a 9x13-inch pan and can be sliced into 12 delicious squares. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.
Add the mini marshmallows to the pot and stir continuously using a heat-resistant spatula until melted and smooth.
Once the marshmallows are fully melted, mix in the cocoa powder and stir until fully incorporated.
Reduce the heat to low, and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips, stirring until they are melted and well combined with the marshmallow mixture.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Gradually add the Rice Krispies cereal to the pot, folding the mixture gently with a spatula until all the cereal is evenly coated with the chocolate-marshmallow mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Lightly grease your hands or a spatula and gently press the mixture into an even layer. Be careful not to compact it too tightly so the treats remain chewy.
Allow the mixture to cool for about 30 minutes at room temperature or until fully set.
Once cool, cut into 12 squares or desired portion sizes and serve.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.0 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.7 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1502 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 703.8 g | 256% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 426.7 g | ||
| Protein | 25.1 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 45.0 mg | 250% | |
| Potassium | 407 mg | 9% | |
*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.
