Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Rice Krispie Treats
Rice Krispie Treats is made with Rice Krispies cereal and mini marshmallows.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Original yield
- Serves 16
- Ingredients
- 3 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Desserts
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less
A few quick notes
1. Keep the specified layer
Arrange the food as directed and check that the pan or basket has enough space.
2. Include the rest
Leave time for the resting step before continuing.
3. Stir as directed
Stay with the pan for the frequent stirring called for in the method.
Get to know the ingredients
salted butter, (diced into 1 Tbsp pieces*)
In the method: Measure out cereal into a bowl and set aside.
mini marshmallows (10 cups)
In the method: Add marshmallows and cook, stirring constantly, just until marshmallows have melted.
Rice Krispies cereal
In the method: Measure out cereal into a bowl and set aside.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 16. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 1/2 cup (113g) salted butter, (diced into 1 Tbsp pieces*)Ingredient note
Source: 1 (16 oz) bag mini marshmallows (10 cups)Ingredient note
Source: 7 cups (210g) Rice Krispies cereal
How to make it
0 of 6 steps completeMake room for Rice Krispie Treats
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Store in an airtight container in a single layer or with parchment paper between layers for up to 3 days.
A little more help as you go
Match the cuts in the method
Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the baking dish and pot. Start with this step: Spray a 9 by 9-inch or 13 by 9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Arrange the food as directed and check that the pan or basket has enough space.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Add marshmallows and cook, stirring constantly, just until marshmallows have melted.
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.
Additional recipe notes
Also try browned butter rice krispie treats: Brown the butter in the pot then remove pan from heat, add marshmallows and stir. Return to medium-low heat to help melt fully then stir in rice krispies cereal.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: cookingclassy.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.