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Rice Crispy Treats Recipe

A nostalgic, no-bake treat made with gooey melted marshmallows and crispy rice cereal. Quick, simple, and endlessly customizable, these Rice Crispy Treats are perfect for snack time, school lunches, or holiday parties.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 221
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tablespoons butter salted
  • 6 cups mini marshmallows
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • 4 cups crispy rice cereal

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • 8×8-inch baking pan (or 9×13 for larger batch)
  • Waxed paper or spatula for pressing

Method
 

  1. Line an 8×8 baking pan with waxed paper or foil and lightly grease.
  2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted; remove from heat and stir in vanilla if using.
  4. Fold in rice cereal until evenly coated.
  5. Press mixture firmly into prepared pan using an oiled spatula (do not over-compress).
  6. Let cool for about 1 hour, then slice into 9 bars and serve.