Description
Enjoy the delightful taste of homemade Rice Krispie Treats, with a simple blend of marshmallows and crispy rice that evokes warm memories of childhood. Perfect for snacks or desserts!
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter (3/4 cup; 170g; 12 Tbsp)
- Mini Marshmallows (two 10-ounce bags; 566g; 11 heaping cups)
- Pure Vanilla Extract (1/2 teaspoon)
- Salt (pinch)
- Crispy Rice Cereal (9 cups; 270g)
Instructions
- Prepare the pan by lining it with parchment paper and greasing it lightly.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat until bubbly.
- Add the mini marshmallows, stirring until completely melted.
- Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Fold in the crispy rice cereal until well coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and gently spread it out.
- Let it set at room temperature for about an hour.
- Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
Notes
Use a sharp knife to cut the treats for clean edges.
Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
Feel free to add mix-ins like chocolate chips for extra fun.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg