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Best Rice Krispies Treats Recipe

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Classic and irresistibly chewy Rice Krispies Treats made with fresh marshmallows and melted butter, flavored with vanilla and optional almond and coconut extracts. Perfect for an easy no-bake dessert or snack, these treats come together quickly and deliver a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup salted butter (1 stick)
  • 16 ounces fresh marshmallows (8 cups mini marshmallows)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Flavorings

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)

Cereal

  • 7 cups Rice Krispies cereal (7 ounces)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Spray a 9×13 inch pan with nonstick spray or line it with parchment paper. Using parchment allows easy lifting of the bars for slicing.
  2. Melt the Butter: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the 1/2 cup salted butter completely. Use a spatula to spread the butter up the sides of the pot slightly.
  3. Add Marshmallows: Add 16 ounces of fresh marshmallows to the melted butter. Fresh marshmallows ensure the softest treats. They can be mini or large marshmallows; 8 cups of mini equals 16 ounces.
  4. Stir to Melt: Stir the marshmallows continuously over medium heat with a nonstick spray-coated rubber spatula until fully melted and smooth, with no lumps.
  5. Remove from Heat & Add Flavorings: Take the pot off the heat and stir in the kosher salt, vanilla extract, almond extract, and coconut extract until well combined.
  6. Add Cereal: Pour in 7 cups of Rice Krispies cereal (7 ounces). Stir quickly and thoroughly with the spatula coated in nonstick spray to evenly distribute the cereal in the melted marshmallow mixture before it cools and hardens.
  7. Press Into Pan: Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Wet your hands (or spray with nonstick spray) then gently press the mixture into an even layer. Avoid pressing too hard to keep the treats soft and chewy.
  8. Cool: Let the treats cool at room temperature for about an hour or until set. For gooier bars, a shorter cooling time is fine.
  9. Slice and Serve: Lift the bars out using the parchment paper, slice into squares with a knife, and serve.
  10. Store: Keep any leftovers sealed tightly at room temperature for up to 3-5 days. Do not refrigerate or freeze to avoid sogginess.

Notes

  • Use fresh marshmallows for the best texture; old marshmallows can lead to harder treats.
  • Press the mixture gently into the pan to keep the bars soft and easy to bite.
  • Optional extracts (almond and coconut) add a subtle, unique flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Do not refrigerate or freeze Rice Krispies Treats to maintain their texture and crispness.
  • Nonstick spray on your spatula and hands prevents sticking during mixing and pressing.

Keywords: Rice Krispies Treats, easy dessert, marshmallow treat, no bake dessert, classic snack

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