Rice Krispies Treats
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate nostalgic treat with these classic Rice Krispies Treats! This irresistibly chewy and crunchy dessert comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect no-bake recipe for busy days, celebrations, or a quick snack fix. Made with velvety melted butter, gooey marshmallows, and crispy rice cereal, these bars offer a delightful balance of sweetness and texture. A hint of optional vanilla extract adds a touch of warmth to elevate the flavor. Easy to prepare with minimal effort, these crowd-pleasers are ideal for sharing at parties or packing into lunchboxes. Serve them fresh out of the pan or let them cool for perfectly cut squares—whatever your choice, these Rice Krispies Treats deliver pure bliss with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 as needed non-stick cooking spray or butter
Instructions
Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
Once the butter has melted, add the mini marshmallows to the pot. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Optional: Add the vanilla extract to the pot and stir well to combine.
Remove the pot from heat and immediately add the crispy rice cereal. Stir quickly and thoroughly until the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a greased spatula or buttered hands to press the mixture evenly into the dish without compacting it too much (this will help keep the treats chewy).
Let the Rice Krispies Treats cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until firm.
Cut into 12 equal squares or your desired serving size and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.3 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 4772 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 929.4 g | 338% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 258.5 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 86.4 mg | 480% | |
| Potassium | 738 mg | 16% | |
*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.
