Description
Rice crispy treats are a timeless favorite, combining gooey marshmallows and crunchy rice cereal for a delightful snack or dessert. This easy recipe requires just five ingredients and takes under 30 minutes to prepare. Perfect for any occasion, these treats can be customized with chocolate chips, sprinkles, or dried fruit for added fun. Enjoy the nostalgia of childhood memories with each sweet, crispy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups rice cereal
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and salt.
- Gently fold in rice cereal until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, pressing down firmly with slightly wet hands.
- Allow to cool for 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (35g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Customize your treats by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or flavored marshmallows. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Reheat in the microwave for about 10 seconds if needed.