Description
These soft and chewy Homemade Rice Krispies Treats are quick and easy to make, utilizing just a few pantry ingredients for a delightful snack that everyone loves.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups rice cereal (Rice Krispies or similar)
- 4 cups mini marshmallows (or 10 oz regular marshmallows)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your 9×13-inch pan by lightly buttering it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat.
- Add marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until smooth.
- Remove pot from heat and stir in vanilla and salt, if using.
- Pour the rice cereal into the pot and gently fold until all pieces are coated.
- Transfer the mix to the prepared pan and press it evenly with a buttered spatula.
- Let cool for about 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
These treats are perfect for parties, school snacks, or a quick sweet bite after dinner. Store in an airtight container to keep them soft.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg