Easy Classic Rice Krispie Treats

Name: Easy Classic Rice Krispie Treats
Total time: 1200 s
Yield: 1 batch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 16 oz Marshmallows; 6 tbsp cut into pats Butter; 1/4 tsp Salt; 5.5 cups Rice Krispie cereal; 1/2 cup mini white or milk chocolate chips (optional)

Mad Cook @Madcooks

Washington State, USA

Delicious classic treat. So easy yet absolutely delicious every single time. In this recipe I take a classic easy dessert and add a bit of chocolate topping to bring a fun twist.
#CookpadApron2026

Mad Cook @Madcooks

Washington State, USA

Delicious classic treat. So easy yet absolutely delicious every single time. In this recipe I take a classic easy dessert and add a bit of chocolate topping to bring a fun twist.
#CookpadApron2026

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Ingredients

20 minutes

1 batch

16 ozMarshmallows
6 tbspcut into pats Butter
1/4 tspSalt
5.5 cupsRice Krispie cereal
1/2 cupmini white or milk chocolate chips (optional)

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Steps

20 minutes

1

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
2

Add marshmallows (reserving about a 1/2 cup)and salt, stirring slowly until fully melted and smooth. Be patient and not rush melting process.
3

Remove from heat. Gently fold in reserved marshmallows and Rice Krispie cereal until evenly coated.
4

Pour mixture into a pan. Gently pat with a silicone spatula, do not press hard. If using, top with white chocolate or milk chocolate chips.
5

Let cool, then cut into squares and enjoy.

Tips

Take your time melting the marshmallows and gently pat the mixture in the pan to avoid dense treats. If using chocolate, You can also melt the chocolate in the microwave for 30 seconds and drizzle over the top.