Classic Rice Krispies Treats from Scratch
Learn how to make classic Rice Krispie Treats from scratch! This childhood favorite is made with giant, puffy marshmallows, puffed rice cereal, and plenty of butter. It’s the perfect no-bake dessert made in less than 30 minutes. There are plenty of variations, tools, and expert tips to make this the best (and fun!) dessert!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter unsalted or salted
- 10 ounces jumbo marshmallows about 40 marshmallows
- 6 cups puffed rice cereal
Instructions
- In a large pot or dutch oven, melt a stick of butter over medium-low heat. When the butter has melted, add the bag of marshmallows. Heat and stir frequently as they melt. Remove from heat.
- Working in batches, add in the puffed rice cereal in two-cup increments for easy mixing.
- Add puffed rice cereal. Stir until well coated.
- After the cereal is well-coated, use a rubber spatula to transfer the mixture to a well-greased 8 x 8 casserole dish or cake pan.
- Cool. Cut into 2-inch squares and serve!
Notes
Substitutions:
- 4 cups of mini marshmallows can be used in place of jumbo marshmallows. Use fresh marshmallows for the best results.
- Margarine or “diet-friendly” butter is not recommended.
- Instead of a wooden spoon or spatula, use your hands to press the mixture into the dish - it’s so much easier! Spray hands liberally with cooking spray before handling the mixture.
- Decorate with seasonal sprinkles for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, and Easter for a festive presentation.
Nutrition:
Nutrition Facts
Classic Rice Krispies Treats from Scratch
Serving Size
1 grams
Amount per Serving
Calories
0
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutritional values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.
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