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We realize there are plenty of Rice Krispies treat recipes on the internet, and even on the back of the box, but we have a few VERY good reasons why this is the only one you need. Most are just dump and stir, then pack into a pan. Easy, right? Wrong. First all, never pack into the pan. That's how you get tough Rice Krispies treats that cut the roof of your mouth and leave you questioning why you ever liked them in the first place. Here are a few fail-proof tips for the best Rice Krispies treat of your life.
Use lots of butter.
When you want a Rice Krispies treat, there's no pretending you want something that's good for you. This is a treat and it's meant to be extra-buttery and delicious. The butter will coat everything together and make sure your Rice Krispies treats are never dry and dull. For even better Rice Krispies treats, we sometimes brown our butter before adding the marshmallows. It makes the treats utterly irresistible. Brown butter will make your treats stand out and give them a nutty, deep, kind of vanilla-like flavor. Plus, the brown specks make them look so pretty!
Double the 'mallow.
Again, don't hold back. Using twice as much marshmallow gives you treats that are chewy instead of stiff—the kind you can pull apart instead of snapping in half. We also continue to cook our marshmallows a little longer, after they've melted. This gives your treats a beautiful caramelized flavor. Keep going until your marshmallows turn a little golden. The more patient you are the more the flavor will develop and the better your rice krispies will be!
Never, ever skip the salt.
Salt is good. Salt is flavor. Adding a little salt will help cut through the sweetness and provide just a hint of savory. Your treats will by no mean be salty, but all the flavors will play better together. If you like a little salt and sugar combo, go ahead and double the salt. I dare you.
Resist packing the pan.
Just to really make sure you're listening, I repeat: Don't pack the pan! After pouring the Rice Krispies into your pan, simply smooth the top. A little pressure is fine, a lot of pressure is not. Over-packing will cause hard, dense Rice Krispies treats that are dried out, and no one wants that. To smooth the top you can use a silicone spatula or place a piece of parchment on top and then smooth with your hand. It's helpful to prevent the gooey marshmallow from sticking to everything! If using a spatula you can wet it slightly or spray with a little nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
How do I store Rice Krispies?
With a little will power these will keep for a few days in an air-tight container on the counter.
With these few tricks, you're ready to make Reese's Stuffed Rice Krispies and Oreogasm Krispie Treats.
Have you tried these? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
- Yields:
- 24 serving(s)
- Prep Time:
- 5 mins
- Total Time:
- 45 mins
- Cal/Serv:
- 200
Ingredients
- 1 c.
(2 sticks) butter, plus more for pan
- 2
(12-oz.) bags marshmallows
- 1/4 tsp.
kosher salt
- 10 c.
Rice Krispies
- Nutrition Information
- Per Serving (Serves 24)
- Calories200 Fat8 gSaturated fat5 gTrans fat0 gCholesterol20 mgSodium101 mgCarbohydrates32 gFiber0 gSugar17 gProtein1 gVitamin D1 mcgCalcium4 mgIron3 mgPotassium17 mg
- Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.Powered by
Directions
- Step 1Grease a 9"-x-13" baking pan with butter. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add marshmallows and salt and stir until completely melted. Continue cooking until marshmallows turn slightly golden, another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Rice Krispies.
- Step 2Pour into pan and smooth top, being careful not to pack Rice Krispies into the pan too much. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.