Shaped Rice Krispy Treats

Make Rice Krispy Treat Base

1. Begin by melting butter in a large pot.
2. Once fully melted add 15 ounces (roughly 1 1/2 bags) of mini marshmallows into the pot. Set remaining marshmallows to the side for later. Mix with rubber spatula. Stir continuously until the marshmallows have fully melted.
3. Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla and salt.
4. Add roughly half of the rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Make sure to scrape the bottom thoroughly to incorporate all the marshmallow mixture.
5. Once mixed, add in the remaining marshmallows and rice cereal. Stir gently until everything is combined. Then shape using one of the options below.

Shape the Rice Krispy Treats by Hand

1. For this process, I highly recommend using heat-resistant gloves like these. Otherwise you will have to work quickly when the mixture is cool enough for you to touch before it cools and sets.
2. Lightly grease hands with flavorless oil and grab a handful of the rice krispy treat mixture.
3. Moving quickly and gently shape the chunk into the desired shape.
4. Place on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet.
5. Repeat the process until all shapes have been made.
6. Decorate as desired.

Shape The Rice Krispy Treats Using A Cookie Cutter

1. Once the rice krispy treats have been completed transfer them to a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Using another sheet of parchment paper gently spread the mixture into the desired thickness. Check to see how thick your cookie cutter is and aim for slightly thinner than that so it can cut all the way through.
3. Allow to cool for 10 minutes to harden slightly.
4. Lightly spray the inside of your cookie cutter and press out the desired shape. Transfer the finished treat to another tray to set it completely.
5. Repeat the process, reapplying the non-stick spray as necessary, until you run out of room.
6. Decorate as desired.