Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 package (10 oz., about 40) JET-PUFFED Marshmallows

OR

• 5-1/2 cups JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows
• 6 cups Kellogg's® Rice Krispies® cereal

Directions

• Make Rice Krispies treats easily at home using the microwave.
• You need 3 tablespoons butter, 10 oz. JET-PUFFED Marshmallows (about 40) or 5-1/2 cups mini marshmallows, and 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal.
• Line your pan and grease your tools to cut down on mess.
• Use fresh marshmallows and store treats in an airtight container or freeze up to 6 weeks.
• Explore related recipes like Chocolate Scotcharoos and S'mores Treats for more snack ideas.

Make The Original Rice Krispies Treats™ quickly with this easy microwave method. Melt 3 tablespoons butter, 10 oz. JET-PUFFED Marshmallows, or 5-1/2 cups mini marshmallows until smooth. Mix in 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal. Press into a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan. Tips: use fresh marshmallows, line your pan, and freeze the treats for 6 weeks max.

1. In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth.
2. Add KELLOGG'S® RICE KRISPIES® cereal. Stir until well coated.
3. Using buttered spatula or wax paper evenly press mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool. Cut into 2-inch squares. Best if served the same day.

Note: Microwave cooking times may vary.

Mess and Clean-Up

• You can line your baking pan with parchment paper or waxed paper to cut down on mess.
• Grease your spatula or spoon before combining the melted ingredients with the Rice Kripies cereal.
• When pressing down the treats, to avoid sticky fingers. Try wetting your hands, using the butter stick wrapper or waxed paper.

Recipe Hacks

• For best results, use fresh marshmallows.
• 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow crème can be substituted for marshmallows.
• Diet, reduced calorie or tub margarine is not recommended.
• Store no more than two days at room temperature in airtight container.
• To freeze, place in layers separated by wax paper in airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.