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rice krispie treats original recipe

Classic Rice Krispie Treats made with just three simple ingredients for a sweet, chewy snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1 package marshmallows 10 oz or about 40 regular marshmallows
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Method
 

Prepare the Mixture
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter on high for about 30 seconds until fully melted.
  2. Add the marshmallows to the melted butter and microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
  3. Remove from microwave and stir until completely combined.
Combine with Cereal
  1. Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture and stir until all the cereal is evenly coated.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into a greased 9x9 inch baking dish using a spatula or wax paper.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
  2. Serve and enjoy your homemade Rice Krispie Treats!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For added flavor, you can mix in chocolate chips or sprinkles before pressing into the pan.

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