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Rice krispie treats on a white background.

Rice Krispie Treats

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This easy recipe for Homemade Rice Krispie Treats are an extra gooey version of the original recipe. You need just 4 simple ingredients!
Course Dessert, Desserts, No Bake Desserts
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 9 treats
Author Dorothy Bigelow

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces mini marshmallows (approximately 6 cups)
  • 6 tablespoons butter cut into 6 pieces
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 ½ cups crispy rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Microwave method:

  • Line an 8X8 (20.3x20.3 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Add the marshmallows to a large bowl, and top with slices of butter.
    A bowl filled with mini marshmallows and topped with butter.
  • Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals until the butter is melted and the marshmallows are puffy.
    A bowl with melted marshmallows and butter.
  • Stir well to combine the butter and marshmallows, then add in the vanilla extract and stir again.
    Stirring together melted marshmallows with vanilla extract.
  • Pour in the cereal and fold it in with a silicone spatula until completely coated in the marshmallow mixture.
    A bowl of rice cereal being mixed with melted marshmallows.
  • Spread the cereal treat mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out to the edges and into an even layer.
    Spreading cereal treats into a square baking pan.
  • Allow to set at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
    A square baking pan filled with crispy treats.
  • Remove the treats from the baking pan and slice into 9 squares.
    Cereal treats that have been sliced on a sheet of white parchment paper.

Notes

Storing: Rice Krispie treats can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For the best results, store the treats between layers of parchment paper to prevent sticking. Treats can be stored in the refrigerator, but will toughen quite a bit, so room temperature is recommended.
Freezing: These can be frozen, although the texture changes after freezing. Wrap each treat individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a large freezer bag and label. Freeze for up to 2 months, and thaw the treat before serving.
Stovetop Method:
  1. Melt the butter and marshmallows together over medium heat in a very large pot, stirring often.
  2. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Pour in the rice cereal and fold it in with a silicone spatula until completely coated in the marshmallow mixture.
  4. Spread the cereal treat mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out to the edges and into an even layer.
  5. Allow to set at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
  6. Remove the treats from the baking pan and slice into 9 squares.