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This classic recipe for homemade rice krispie treats makes a 9 x 13 pan of rich and creamy squares. This no bake dessert is easy to make, and substituting marshmallow fluff for regular marshmallows is the secret!

Rice Krispie treats are an American classic…a tried and true favorite of millions of people. Normally, it wouldn’t be a good idea to make changes to such an iconic recipe, but that’s exactly what I did! Many, many years ago I made a few tweaks to the original recipe, and I’ve been making that version ever since.

The original Rice Krispie recipe on the box of Rice Krispies calls for three simple ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons of butter
  • a bag of marshmallows
  • 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal

I changed those ingredients to:

  • 4 tablespoons of butter
  • 13 oz. jar of marshmallow creme
  • 8 cups of Rice Krispies.

Not huge changes, but they have a big impact on the taste and texture of the treats. The game changer is the marshmallow creme.

Ingredient Notes

Rice Krispies: I always use original Rice Krispies, but any crispy rice cereal will work. For a fun twist on this recipe, substitute Fruity Pebbles or Cocoa Krispies for the Rice Krispies.

Marshmallow Creme: also known as fluff. My favorite brand is Jet-Puffed, but any kind of fluff can be used. The original recipe calls for 5 1/2 cups of mini marshmallows, but I like the creamy texture you get with the fluff. You can also use large marshmallows, but they take a little longer to melt.

Butter: the original recipe doesn’t specify salted or unsalted butter, and since I always have salted butter on hand, that’s what I use. If you use unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt to the warmed fluff/butter mixture.

Variations

Experiment with variations. Rice Krispie treats are versatile, and you can add different ingredients to create unique treats. Consider mixing in mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, dried fruit, or even adding food coloring to the marshmallow mixture for a fun twist. It’s also tasty to add a teaspoon of pure vanilla extract to the butter/fluff mixture before adding the crispy cereal.

How To Make

  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Add marshmallow cream and stir until combined. All the lumps have to be gone and it will be smooth.
  • Remove the marshmallow mixture from heat.
  • Add Rice Krispies 2 c. at a time. Mix well.
  • Put the cereal mixture into a 9 x 13 inch pan and smooth it into an even layer with a large spoon.
  • Let sit for one hour.
  • Cut and enjoy!

Tips for Amazing Rice Krispie Treats

  • It takes patience, but make sure to get all the marshmallow fluff out of the jar. A rubber spatula works best. It’s sticky, but totally worth the effort!
  • When heating the butter and fluff, for best results, stir the mixture constantly. When it smooths out, and begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan, it’s ready. Do not overcook…it doesn’t need to be piping hot.
  • Measure accurately, and melt the marshmallow/butter mixture gently.
  • It’s important to firmly smooth the warm cereal/fluff combination after pouring it into the 9 x 13 pan. Press it firmly evenly into the pan using a spatula or a large stainless steel spoon. Applying even pressure will help create well-formed treats.
  • Allow the treats to cool and set at room temperature for at least an hour. This will ensure they hold their shape, and are easy to slice.
  • Store this classic dessert in an airtight container at room temperature for no more than 2-3 days. It works great to simply cover the 9 x 13 pan with plastic wrap.

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A Back Story

When my son was in high school, he was a 4-year member of the golf team. When he was a freshman, for his very first away match, he asked me to make cookies for the road trip. I made a batch ofchocolate chip cookiesand a batch of these Rice Krispie treats. The boys loved them so much that I was nominated for snack duty for the rest of his high school career! I was working full time at the school then, and believe me there were times when I was in the kitchen until 10 P.M. I loved it though, and disappointing those boys was never an option. I’ve said this before, but I so wish I could go back, and have just one of those nights when I was up until 10 p.m. making snacks.

My family loves these, so I make them for special occasions and family gatherings. This is a no bake recipe that kids can make with just a little adult supervision. It’s a fun snack, with perfect texture. You really can’t get more classic than Rice Krispie Treats…or more delicious. You certainly can’t get much easier. I really hope you give these a try. Your family will think you’re wonderful!

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Homemade Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

This classic recipe for homemade rice krispie treats makes a 9 x 13 pan of rich and creamy squares. This no bake dessert is easy to make, and substituting marshmallow fluff for regular marshmallows is the secret!

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Servings: 12 squares

Author: Ann Drake

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

resting time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

  • 1 13 oz. jar/container marshmallow cream
  • 4 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 8 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Instructions

  • In a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter.

  • Add marshmallow cream and stir until combined. All the lumps have to be gone and it will be smooth.

  • Remove from heat.

  • Add Rice Krispies 2 c. at a time. Mix well.

  • Put out into 9 x 13 inch baking pan and firmly press down into an even layer.

  • Let sit for one hour.

  • Cut and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1square | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1358IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 6mg

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FAQs

What happens if you put too much butter in Rice Krispie Treats? ›

What happens if you put too much butter in Rice Krispies Treats? If you put too much butter in rice krispies treats they will become oily, the cereal will soak up the butter and the treats will become soggy, rather than crispy.

How do you keep homemade Rice Krispie Treats from getting hard? ›

Don't crank the heat on the stovetop too high.

High heat is the prime culprit for rock hard rice krispie treats. → Follow this tip: It will take a few more minutes of cook time, but melt the butter and marshmallows over low heat. You'll be rewarded with delicious, soft and chewy treats!

Why do my Rice Krispie bars get so hard? ›

If you melt the marshmallows too fast, it might result in a Rice Kripsy treat that is harder and crunchy than chewy. Take your time and let the butter and marshmallows melt slowly. Use an 8×8 or slightly smaller pan. Use a small and deep pan if you want thick and chewy rice Krispy treats.

Why are my homemade Rice Krispie Treats soggy? ›

There are a couple of reasons your treats might have come out soggy or too soft. First, your cereal might be too old. Check the expiration and make sure the crispy rice cereal is nice and fresh for the best texture! Second, you may have used too much butter.

Why can't Muslims eat Rice Krispie Treats? ›

Only The Rice Krispy bar is haram because it has gelatin which is delivered from pigs bone and skin. So the bar one is haram. If your Muslim and you really want to try this Rice Krispy Treat, you're out of luck because it has haram ingredients such as pig's gelatin.

Can you use hard marshmallows for rice crispy treats? ›

Recipe Notes

* Make sure your marshmallows are fresh. Stale, hard marshmallows won't result in nice, chewy bars. ** Any brand is fine, but be sure the cereal you use is fresh. Stale cereal will make for stale-tasting Rice Crispy Treats.

Do you refrigerate homemade rice crispy treats? ›

Don't refrigerate your rice crispy treats--this will make them harden and dry out more quickly.

How far in advance can you make rice crispy treats? ›

Making These Rice Krispie Treats in Advance

You can make these treats in advance! These rice krispie treats can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

How do you cut Rice Krispie Treats neatly? ›

To prevent rice crispy treats from sticking to the knife, it's important to grease the knife blade with cooking spray or butter before cutting. This will create a non-stick surface and allow for clean, easy cuts.

Why aren t my rice crispy treats crispy? ›

Usually, this means you have too much moisture in your recipe. This could be because the marshmallows were over-melted or because the brand of butter you used has higher water content. But this is an easy fix - just add more Rice Krispies until you get a stiffer mixture that will stick together.

Can I freeze Rice Krispie Treats? ›

If you want to store them for longer than two days, try freezing them. To Freeze: Allow these gooey Rice Krispie Treats to cool completely and cut them into squares. Freeze in an airtight container, or wrap each square in a piece of plastic wrap and place them in a gallon freezer bag. Freeze them for up to 3 months.

How do you package Rice Krispie Treats? ›

If you are going to package these for sale or an event or picnic or whatever, my favorite way to package is with a strip of parchment and then in plastic wrap. This keeps them looking nice and they don't get melted and stuck to the plastic. Well-wrapped, these really stay great for several days.

Can you cut rice krispie treats with a cookie cutter? ›

Using buttered spatula or wax paper evenly press mixture into 15 x 10 x 1-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool slightly. Using cookie cutters coated with cooking spray cut into desired shapes. Decorate with frosting and/or candies.

How do you keep melted marshmallows from getting hard? ›

To avoid this, it's important to melt them slowly over a low heat.

What are rice krispie treats called in Australia? ›

Rice Krispies Treats (also called 'Rice Krispie Treats', 'Marshmallow Treats', 'Marshmallow Squares', or 'Rice Krispies Squares' in the United Kingdom & Canada, and 'LCMs' in Australia) are a confection commonly made through binding WK Kellogg Co's Rice Krispies or another crisp rice cereal together with butter or ...

What happens if I use too much butter when baking? ›

Classic signs of a cookie with too much butter include crispy-bordering-on-burnt edges, a greasy surface, an excessively brittle texture, and a predominantly buttery flavor that overpowers the other caramel and chocolate notes.

What happens if you put too much butter in cupcakes? ›

As a commonly used fat, butter is largely responsible for the amount of moisture in your cake, cookies, cupcakes, and so on. So, the more butter you add, the closer you'll get to that ultra-soft texture of your sheet cake dreams. Less butter results in a drier, chewier cake.

What happens if I put too much butter in my cookies? ›

Too much butter makes cookies turn out just as you'd expect: very buttery. This batch of cookies was cakey in the middle, but also airy throughout, with crispy edges. They were yellow and slightly puffy in the middle, and brown and super thin around the perimeter.

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