Rice Krispie Treats
Sweet and fluffy marshmallows, creamy butter, and crispy rice cereal make these homemade rice krispie treats melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
Servings: 9
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp butter (salted) $0.60
- 6 cups mini marshmallows (10oz. package) $1.00
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract $0.14
- 4 cups rice krispie cereal $0.56
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 dish with waxed paper or foil and coat lightly in oil.
- Add the butter to a pot and melt over medium heat.
- Once the butter is melted, add the marshmallows and continue to stir and cook until the marshmallows are melted and incorporated into the butter.
- Once the marshmallows are melted and incorporated, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the rice krispie cereal and stir until everything is coated in the marshmallow mixture.
- Press the rice krispie mixture into the prepared dish using a lightly oiled spatula. Avoid over compacting the treats.
- Allow the treats to cool at room temperature or in the refrigerator until solid. Slice into 9 pieces and serve.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Sodium: 159mg | Fiber: 1g