Chocolate Covered Rice Krispy Treats (Printer-Friendly)

Crispy cereal, gooey marshmallow, and rich chocolate unite. A delightful blend of textures, perfect for parties or sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing
02 - 1 package (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
03 - 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
04 - ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt (optional)

→ Chocolate Topping

05 - 1 ½ cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
06 - 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles or chopped nuts (optional)

# Method:

01 - Lightly grease an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch square baking pan with butter.
02 - In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
03 - Add mini marshmallows and continue stirring until completely melted and smooth.
04 - Remove from heat and stir in sea salt if using.
05 - Add Rice Krispies cereal and gently fold with a spatula until evenly coated.
06 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Using a buttered spatula or hands, press the mixture evenly and firmly into the pan.
07 - Let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
08 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and oil. Microwave on medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and glossy.
09 - Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled Rice Krispy layer. Spread evenly with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
10 - Immediately sprinkle with rainbow sprinkles or chopped nuts if desired.
11 - Allow the treats to set at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes until the chocolate is firm.
12 - Once set, lift the block from the pan using parchment overhang (if used) or invert onto a cutting board. Cut into 12–16 bars with a sharp knife.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The chocolate layer elevates a childhood classic into something genuinely special
  • Ready in under 30 minutes plus cooling time, perfect for last minute gatherings
  • The contrast between crispy cereal and smooth chocolate creates pure joy in every bite
02 -
  • Pressing the cereal mixture too firmly makes dense bars, but too lightly makes them fall apart
  • Let the chocolate cool slightly before pouring to avoid melting the marshmallow layer underneath
  • Room temperature treats give you the best texture contrast, refrigerated ones can be quite hard
03 -
  • Fresh cereal makes noticeably crispier treats than a box that has been sitting open
  • Buttering your hands or spatula prevents the sticky mixture from clinging everywhere
  • Room temperature chocolate pours more smoothly and sets faster than cold chocolate
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