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rice crispy treats pressed into parchment lined baking pan
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Gooey Rice Crispy Treats

Try making a batch of Gooey Rice Crispy Treats for a tasty treat. They're made with extra mini marshmallows to keep them soft and paired with crispy rice cereal for the perfect treat.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Resting Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: rice krispie treats
Servings: 12
Calories: 205kcal
Author: LaKita Anderson

Equipment

  • 1 8x8-inch square baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • 1 Large Stock Pot

Ingredients

  • 6 cups crispy rice cereal (Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Cereal)
  • 15 ounces mini marshmallows
  • 4 ½ tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Begin the recipe by lightly spraying an 8×8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a large pot over medium-low heat, add the 4 ½ tablespoons of butter and allow it to melt. Add the 15 ounces of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until melted and smooth. Add the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and stir to combine.
  • Carefully remove the pot from the heat and immediately stir in the 6 cups crispy rice cereal until fully combined.
  • Add the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press evenly using a rubber spatula that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Be sure to press lightly until you form an even layer in the pan.
  • Allow the rice krispie treats time to cool completely for about 10 to 15 minutes before cutting them into squares using a sharp knife to serve. Enjoy!

Notes

  • When pressing them into the pan, to prevent sticking, dampen your hands a bit with water or lightly spray a rubber spatula with cooking spray and use that instead.
  • Spread the rice krispie treat mixture evenly into the baking pan with damp hands, but try not to press down with a lot of pressure. You want to gently pat them down and then stop. This will keep the treats soft and chewy instead of hard and crispy.
  • Don't be afraid to add more marshmallows, it will make them even gooier! This recipe says 1 ½ bags but feel free to use both bags (20 ounces) of mini marshmallows if you prefer.
  • Try to use fresh cereal to get the most crispy version possible.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 136mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 1062IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 4mg