Name: Gooey Double-Marshmallow Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 (16 oz) bags mini marshmallows, divided; 1 (12 oz) box Rice Krispies cereal

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Introduction

This Rice Krispie Treats recipe is perfect for anyone craving an extra gooey and buttery dessert. With just four simple ingredients, you can make a delicious treat in about ten minutes using only one pot. It’s an easy, no-bake snack that kids and adults alike will love.

A square crispy treat made of light golden cereal pieces mixed with white marshmallow chunks, forming one solid layer with a slightly rough texture on top and smoother sides, placed on a stack of two white plates. The background is a white marbled surface with scattered cereal pieces around, soft natural light highlights the textures and colors. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
½ teaspoon salt

2 (16 oz) bags mini marshmallows, divided
1 (12 oz) box Rice Krispies cereal

Instructions

Step 1: Grease two pans with cooking spray. Use one 9×13-inch pan and one 8×8-inch pan if available.
Step 2: Melt the butter over low heat in a large stockpot.

Step 3: Once the butter has melted, stir in the salt and one bag of mini marshmallows. Stir constantly until the marshmallows have melted completely.
Step 4: Remove the pot from heat and gently stir in the Rice Krispies cereal along with the remaining bag of mini marshmallows, being careful not to crush the cereal.
Step 5: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared pans and gently press down. Avoid pressing too hard to keep the treats soft and chewy.

Step 6: Allow the treats to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract when melting the marshmallows.
Try mixing in mini chocolate chips or sprinkles before pressing the mixture into the pans for a fun twist.

Use gluten-free crispy rice cereal to make this recipe gluten-free.

Storage

Store the Rice Krispie Treats at room temperature in an airtight container for 2-3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 6 weeks. To reheat, let the treats sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving.

How to Serve

The image shows several square rice crispy treats closely placed on a white marbled surface. Each treat has one visible layer made of light golden crispy rice cereal mixed evenly with small white marshmallow pieces, giving them a bumpy and crunchy texture. The treats have squared edges with some crumbs scattered around, highlighting their homemade look. The lighting brightens the golden cereal while keeping the white marshmallows distinct. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use large marshmallows instead of mini marshmallows?

Yes, you can use large marshmallows, but you may need to chop them slightly to melt evenly and maintain the right texture.

Why should I press the mixture gently into the pan?

Pressing too hard makes the treats dense and hard rather than soft and chewy. Gentle pressing helps keep the perfect texture.