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The Best Gooey Rice Krispies Treats

A close-up image of stacked Rice Krispies Treat squares, showcasing their gooey texture and golden color against a neutral background.

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Thick, buttery, and gooey Rice Krispies Treats with just the right amount of chew. A no-bake classic that never goes out of style!

Ingredients

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  • 6 Tbsp salted butter
  • 16 oz mini marshmallows (reserve 1 cup)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Instructions

  1. Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2.  
  3. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  4. Add all but 1 cup of the marshmallows. Reduce the heat to low and stir until the mixture is completely melted.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Fold in the cereal and reserved marshmallows until evenly coated.
  7. Press mixture lightly into prepared pan using greased fingertips or a spatula.
  8. Let it sit for 1 hour before cutting into squares.

Notes

Use fresh cereal and marshmallows for the best results. Do not press the mixture too firmly into the pan—this helps keep the treats soft and chewy.