Rice Krispie Treats Recipe Video

If you love easy party-favorite desserts like Lemon Bars, Pecan Pie Bars or Strawberry Pretzel Salad, these homemade Krispie Treats are a must-try! This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

The Best Rice Krispie Treats

Today we’re making the best big and gooey Rice Krispie treats. Who doesn’t have at least one fond memory of these classic rice treats growing up? Our Rice Krispie squares are big, soft, and chewy, with a satisfying crunch. This is our family’s go-to recipe and it’s a keeper. In addition to adding vanilla and salt to balance the sweetness, adding whole marshmallows at the end is the “secret sauce” that makes these the most irresistible. Whether you’re making these for a bake sale, a potluck, or a birthday party at school, this Krispie treats recipe is always a crowd-pleaser. Watch the easy video below and you’ll be known for these treats!

Rice Krispie Treats Video

Watch Natasha make easy Rice Krispie Treats from scratch using just a handful of ingredients.

Ingredients

Below is the short list of ingredients you’ll need to make these delicious and classic no-bake crispy rice treats. Remember to scroll to the recipe card for the full recipe details.

Butter – I prefer to use unsalted butter in most recipes, so the end result doesn’t turn out too salty. You’ll need additional butter for greasing the pan, too.Marshmallows – Mini marshmallows are my favorite to use when making Rice Krispie treats. Be sure to reserve 2 cups for adding in at the end.Vanilla and salt – Pure vanilla extract for flavor, and salt to balance the sweetness.Crispy Rice Cereal – You can use the original Rice Krispies cereal or a generic version. Your dessert bars can’t tell the difference!Sprinkles – Optional, for garnish. See below for easy variation ideas.

Pro Tip: If you only have large-sized marshmallows, chop them into smaller pieces so they are easier to melt.

How to Make Rice Krispie Treats

Begin by greasing a 9×9 baking dish and lining it with parchment paper. You can also make this recipe in a 9×13 pan, though your Rice Krispie treats will be on the thinner side. These bars come together in just a few quick steps: Pro Tip: A 16 oz bag of mini marshmallows equals about 8 cups. You can also use 1½ 10 oz bags. Meanwhile, 7 cups of crispy rice cereal equal roughly 7 oz. Feel free to scale the recipe up or down as needed.

Common Questions

Rice Krispies Treat Variations

When it comes to customizing your crispy rice treats, there are so many ways you can change up this recipe. Here are some ideas:

Cocoa Krispies – Trade out regular Rice Krispie cereal for chocolate Rice Krispies.Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats – Melt creamy peanut butter into the marshmallows for an easy peanut butter-flavored version.Chocolate – Drizzle the squares with melted chocolate or top them with chocolate chips.Holidays – Adding colored sprinkles is an easy way to make Krispie treats more festive. Add red and green for Christmas, red and pink for Valentine’s Day, rainbow sprinkles for a Birthday theme, or make Harvest treats with black and orange sprinkles.

Make-Ahead

It’s hard to beat a fresh batch of Rice Krispies treats, however, they do keep well and stay gooey for several days. Whether you’re making them ahead for a special occasion or simply saving leftovers, Rice Krispie squares are easy to store:

To Store: Keep the bars airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days. I don’t recommend refrigerating Rice Krispie treats as they tend to harden.Freezing: Rather than refrigerating your treats for longer storage, a better option is freezing. Store your rice treats in a freezer-safe bag or container, remove extra air, and freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw the bars at room temperature before serving.

Rice Krispie Treats are a classic dessert that everyone loves. We can’t wait for you to try this recipe packed with extra gooey marshmallows.