Perfect Rice Krispie Treats
These rice krispie treats are perfectly soft, marshmallowy, and buttery. You will never make the recipe on the back of marshmallow bag or cereal box ever again! Top them with sprinkles for even more fun!
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp salted butter cubed
- 1 10-ounce package mini or regular marshmallows
- 4 - 4-½ cups rice krispies cereal
- Rainbow sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Grease the bottom and sides of an 8x8 or 9x9 inch pan with butter.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cubed butter and marshmallows. Heat on the stove over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the marshmallows are completely melted. The mixture should be smooth.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in the cereal until well combined and the cereal is completely coated. The mixture should still be a little sticky. With buttered spatula, very gently press the mixture into the buttered pan. Sprinkle generously with rainbow sprinkles, if desired. Let cool and cut into bars.
Notes
A range is given for the rice krispies based on preference. Start with 4 cups. If the mixture seems too sticky still, add the remaining ½ cup but do not exceed 4-½ cups.
If you are making a 9x13 inch pan, simply double the recipe.