Description
Indulge in the delightful world of chocolate rice krispie treats—an easy-to-make dessert that combines crispy cereal, gooey marshmallows, and rich chocolate. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up these sweet bites that are perfect for parties, movie nights, or any celebration. Customize them with your favorite add-ins for a personal touch that will keep everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups mini marshmallows (fresh)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until bubbling. Add mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in the chocolate chips until fully melted into a creamy sauce.
- Gently fold in Rice Krispies cereal until all pieces are coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and pour the mixture inside, pressing down evenly with hands or a spatula.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For extra fun, consider adding nuts, dried fruit, or sprinkles to enhance flavor and texture. Use fresh marshmallows for maximum gooeyness and avoid overcooking to keep the chocolate smooth. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.