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The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

The BEST Rice Krispie Treats – Deliciously thick, chewy, ooey gooey bars that are loaded with Rice Krispies and melted marshmallow. These Rice Krispie squares are seriously good!

The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

Rice Krispie Treats – one of my all-time childhood favourite snacks (and still is!).

You know I love recreating my favourite treats (see my Homemade Jaffa Cakes), so of course I needed to make some homemade Rice Krispie Squares.

These squares are SO thick, chewy, and ooey gooey. I was generous with the marshmallows AND Rice Krispies in this recipe, finding the perfect ratio between the two.

You’re gonna love them!

Looking for more homemade favourites? Check out my Perfect Vanilla Cheesecake, Bakewell Tart, and my Double Chocolate Muffins.

The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

Ingredients you’ll need

Here’s a list of ingredients you’ll need to make these treats. You can find my recipe card at the bottom of this post for the complete list with their amounts.

  • Unsalted butter
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Vanilla extract
  • Milk: A little bit of milk makes for extra gooey bars!
  • Rice Krispies

How to make Rice Krispie Treats

To make these squares, simply start by grabbing a VERY large microwave-safe mixing bowl (at least a 3 -4 litre bowl).

Add the butter and mini marshmallows, and heat in 1 minute intervals, stirring after each one, until melted and smooth.

Add the vanilla extract and milk, and stir until combined. Add the Rice Krispies and mix until completely coated in the marshmallow mixture.

Spoon the mixture into a 9×13-inch cake pan lined with foil or parchment paper. Spread out and press firmly into a packed, even layer.

Allow to set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

This recipe can easily be halved to fit a 8×8 or 9×9-inch square baking pan.

The printable recipe card with the FULL list of ingredients and instructions can be found at the bottom of this post.

NOTE: For best results, I highly recommend using the gram measurements (with a digital scale), rather than the cup measurements.

Cup measurements are simply not accurate enough, and I cannot guarantee the best results if you use them.

The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

These Rice Krispie Treats are:

  • so quick and easy to make
  • incredibly ooey gooey
  • deliciously thick and chewy
  • perfect for kids AND adults!

How long will these treats last? These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Can I freeze these bars? Yes, they also freeze well, wrapped individually, for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight at room temperature before serving.

If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram and hashtag it #simplybakeblog. I’d love to see!

The BEST Rice Krispie Treats
The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

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Yield: 16 squares

The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

Deliciously thick, chewy, ooey gooey bars that are loaded with Rice Krispies and melted marshmallow. These Rice Krispie squares are seriously good!

Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
  • 10 cups (500g) mini marshmallows
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 teaspoons milk
  • 12 cups (300g) Rice Krispies

Instructions

  1. Line a 9x13-inch cake pan with foil or parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. Add the butter and marshmallows to a very large microwave-safe bowl, and heat in 1 minute intervals, stirring after each one, until melted and smooth.
  3. Stir in the vanilla and milk. Add the Rice Krispies and mix until completely coated.
  4. Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan and spread out. Press firmly into a packed, even layer.
  5. Allow to set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Notes

This recipe can easily be halved to fit a 8x8 or 9x9-inch square pan.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They also freeze well, wrapped individually, for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight at room temperature.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

16 bars

Serving Size:

1 bar

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 232Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 136mgCarbohydrates: 43gFiber: 0gSugar: 20gProtein: 2g

Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.

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Cindi Hickman

Tuesday 2nd of April 2019

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