Rice Krispies Treats

Here’s a classic Rice Krispies Treats recipe — simple, sweet, and perfectly chewy. 🍚✨

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🍬 Ingredients (makes about 9×13-inch pan)

• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

• 3 tablespoons butter

• 10 oz (about 40 large) marshmallows, or 4 cups mini marshmallows

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

• Pinch of salt (optional, enhances flavor)

Optional Add-ins/Toppings:

• Chocolate drizzle or chips

• Sprinkles

• Peanut butter

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🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare pan:

   • Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or line with parchment paper.

2. Melt butter and marshmallows:

   • In a large pot, melt butter over low heat.

   • Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.

   • Optional: Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.

3. Mix with cereal:

   • Remove from heat and add Rice Krispies cereal.

   • Stir quickly until all cereal is coated with the marshmallow mixture.

4. Press into pan:

   • Using a buttered spatula or lightly buttered hands, press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.

   • Don’t press too hard — you want them slightly airy and chewy.

5. Cool and cut:

   • Let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

   • Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.

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✅ Tips:

• For extra flavor, add a drizzle of melted chocolate on top once cooled.

• For peanut butter Rice Krispies treats, stir 1/2 cup peanut butter into the melted marshmallow mixture.

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–4 days.

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I can also give you a chocolate-covered or gourmet version with mix-ins like M&Ms or caramel drizzle. Do you want that version?