The Original Rice Krispies Treats™ Recipe
- Just three ingredients!—butter, marshmallows, and Kellogg's® Rice Krispies® cereal—make classic treats that bring everyone together.
- So easy, you can do it together! Step-by-step mixing and pressing is perfect for little hands and family teamwork.
- Try smart tips like using parchment paper or a buttered spatula for a mess-free, fun kitchen experience.
- Add your own creative touch with recipe hacks and related twists like Chocolate Scotcharoos and S'mores Treats.
- Store treats up to two days at room temp or freeze up to six weeks for ready-made smiles.
Let’s get popping! Stir up smiles with the classic Rice Krispies Treats™. All you need are just three ingredients: butter, marshmallows, and crispy cereal. From melting to mixing, the steps are simple and fun—perfect for little hands and family time. Grab your pan, press the mixture in, and enjoy squares of sticky, sweet magic. Mix. Shape. Enjoy! Make snack time magical with tips for easy clean-up and fun custom twists.
This classic, delicious snack has been making memories for kids and parents alike for generations.
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
- Just three ingredients!—butter, marshmallows, and Kellogg's® Rice Krispies® cereal—make classic treats that bring everyone together.
- So easy, you can do it together! Step-by-step mixing and pressing is perfect for little hands and family teamwork.
- Try smart tips like using parchment paper or a buttered spatula for a mess-free, fun kitchen experience.
- Add your own creative touch with recipe hacks and related twists like Chocolate Scotcharoos and S'mores Treats.
- Store treats up to two days at room temp or freeze up to six weeks for ready-made smiles.
Let’s get popping! Stir up smiles with the classic Rice Krispies Treats™. All you need are just three ingredients: butter, marshmallows, and crispy cereal. From melting to mixing, the steps are simple and fun—perfect for little hands and family time. Grab your pan, press the mixture in, and enjoy squares of sticky, sweet magic. Mix. Shape. Enjoy! Make snack time magical with tips for easy clean-up and fun custom twists.
- In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
- Add KELLOGG'S® RICE KRISPIES® cereal. Stir until well coated.
- 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.
Tips
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.
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