S’mores Rice Krispie Treats
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4.8
S’mores Rice Krispie Treats
Description
The S’mores Rice Krispie Treats feature a buttery, marshmallow base into which crispy rice cereal is folded along with mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and graham cracker bits. The melted marshmallows and butter create a sticky binder that holds the cereal and other ingredients in a chewy bar. The addition of vanilla and sea salt balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors reminiscent of classic s’mores.
Pressed into a greased pan and topped with extra graham cracker pieces and broken chocolate candy, these treats are visually appealing and texturally varied with crisp, chewy, and melty elements. They make a convenient, nostalgic dessert or snack.
They can be stored at room temperature for up to three days in an airtight container to maintain freshness and softness.
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 16 ounce mini marshmallows plus 2 cups mini marshmallows, divided, bag
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt plus more for sprinkling
- 7 cups crispy rice cereal
- 2 cups graham cracker pieces
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 graham cracker broken-up, for garnish, sheets
- chocolate candy bar broken-up, for garnish, Hershey’s brand
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set pan aside.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat, Cook, stirring occasionally, until butter starts to foam, smells nutty, and turns brown. Watch closely so the butter doesn’t burn.
- Turn heat to low. Add the 16 oz bag of marshmallows and stir until the marshmallows are completely melted. Don't overcook or the marshmallows will get hard.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla and sea salt. Add the cereal and gently stir until the cereal is well coated with the marshmallows. Stir in the remaining 2 cups of mini marshmallows and graham cracker pieces. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared pan. Lightly press the mixture into the pan, using a greased spatula. You can also lightly grease your hands and press the mixture into the pan. Gently press the broken-up graham crackers and Hershey’s candy bar pieces on top of the treats. Sprinkle with extra sea salt, if desired.
- For best results, let the Rice Krispie Treats cool before cutting, about 1 hour. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Store the treats in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic at room temperature for up to three days to keep them soft.
- Watch the butter carefully during melting to avoid burning; a nutty, foamy stage indicates readiness.
- Add extra sea salt on top if you prefer a slight salty contrast to the sweet ingredients.
- Use mini marshmallows both inside the mix and as an added texture element to vary chewiness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 267 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 267kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 184mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 15mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 156IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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