Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Chocolate Covered Rice Krispies, combining crispy cereal with a rich chocolate layer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 package (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Lightly grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch square baking pan with butter.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter while stirring constantly.
- Add mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and incorporate sea salt if desired.
- Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal using a spatula.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking pan and press evenly into the pan.
- Let the mixture cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and glossy.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled Rice Krispy layer and spread evenly.
- Immediately sprinkle optional toppings on top.
- Allow to set at room temperature for at least 1 hour or refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
- Once set, cut into 12-16 bars and enjoy.
Notes
Best stored in an airtight container in the fridge to maintain freshness. Can be made a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: chocolate, rice krispies, dessert, treats, no-bake