Ingredients
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter
- 7 cups mini marshmallows divided
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 1 2/3 cup crushed or chopped Mini Eggs divided
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Butter a 9x9 baking dish.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add 6 cups of mini marshmallows.
- Reduce heat to low and continue stirring until the marshmallows are melted. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and salt.
- Add the rice krispie cereal and the remaining 1 cup of marshmallows. Gently stir until combined. Add 1 cup of mini eggs and fold them in. Being careful not to break the rice krispie but also moving quickly so the chocolate doesn’t melt too much.
- Using a buttered spatula, GENTLY press the rice krispie into the pan so that it is spread out evenly. The harder you press the harder the treats will be. Set aside.
- Melt the white chocolate in the microwave in short bursts of 20 seconds, stirring each time.
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the bars. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mini eggs on top.
- Allow to set at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Cut into 9 large bars or 18 small bars.
Notes
● Store in an airtight container at room temperature
● Best enjoyed within 2 days
● butter your baking dish to ensure that your treats don't stick when it's time to cut them OR you can line the baking dish with parchment paper
● start with fresh ingredients - stale cereal and marshmallows won't give you the best result
● using pure vanilla extract makes a difference in the overall flavour but you can substitute artificial vanilla extract
● butter a spatula (or your fingers) when pressing the rice krispie mixture into the baking dish to prevent a sticky mess!
● for soft and chewy rice krispie treats, press them GENTLY into the pan. Otherwise they will be tough!
A: For an alternative, you can use non-stick cooking spray. This will help ensure that your treats don’t stick when it’s time to cut them up. You can use parchment paper instead of greasing the pan. Parchment paper can be finicky if it moves around. You can use binder clips to secure the parchment paper to the baking dish until you have pressed the rice krispie into the pan.
Q: How long do I need to cook Rice Krispie Squares?
A: The cooking time for Rice Krispie Squares is only about 5 minutes - enough time to melt the butter and marshmallows. Once these are melted, the rest is done off the heat.
Q: Can I substitute the mini eggs?
A: Yes! You can use any other chocolate or chocolate treats that you prefer. Try using chopped-up Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, M&M’s, or even sprinkles! We used Cadbury Mini Eggs but you can use Hershey's Eggies as an alternative. There are so many possibilities when it comes to mixing up the ingredients in your Rice Krispie Squares.
Q: How long do Rice Krispie Treats Last For?
A: Rice krispie treats are best enjoyed within 2 days for the freshest experience. Enjoy!
Q: How to Store Rice Krispie Treats?
A: Store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They shouldn;t be stored in the fridge, as it could cause the treats to become hard and dry. Enjoy!
These tips should help you make the perfect batch of Rice Krispie Squares, so go ahead and get baking! Enjoy your delicious treat with friends or family - they’re sure to love them! Happy baking!
● Best enjoyed within 2 days
Tips for Making Rice Krispie Treats
Making delicious rice krispie squares is a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without spending too much time in the kitchen. Here are some tips to make the perfect batch of rice krispie treats!● butter your baking dish to ensure that your treats don't stick when it's time to cut them OR you can line the baking dish with parchment paper
● start with fresh ingredients - stale cereal and marshmallows won't give you the best result
● using pure vanilla extract makes a difference in the overall flavour but you can substitute artificial vanilla extract
● butter a spatula (or your fingers) when pressing the rice krispie mixture into the baking dish to prevent a sticky mess!
● for soft and chewy rice krispie treats, press them GENTLY into the pan. Otherwise they will be tough!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What can I use instead of butter to grease the pan?A: For an alternative, you can use non-stick cooking spray. This will help ensure that your treats don’t stick when it’s time to cut them up. You can use parchment paper instead of greasing the pan. Parchment paper can be finicky if it moves around. You can use binder clips to secure the parchment paper to the baking dish until you have pressed the rice krispie into the pan.
Q: How long do I need to cook Rice Krispie Squares?
A: The cooking time for Rice Krispie Squares is only about 5 minutes - enough time to melt the butter and marshmallows. Once these are melted, the rest is done off the heat.
Q: Can I substitute the mini eggs?
A: Yes! You can use any other chocolate or chocolate treats that you prefer. Try using chopped-up Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, M&M’s, or even sprinkles! We used Cadbury Mini Eggs but you can use Hershey's Eggies as an alternative. There are so many possibilities when it comes to mixing up the ingredients in your Rice Krispie Squares.
Q: How long do Rice Krispie Treats Last For?
A: Rice krispie treats are best enjoyed within 2 days for the freshest experience. Enjoy!
Q: How to Store Rice Krispie Treats?
A: Store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They shouldn;t be stored in the fridge, as it could cause the treats to become hard and dry. Enjoy!
These tips should help you make the perfect batch of Rice Krispie Squares, so go ahead and get baking! Enjoy your delicious treat with friends or family - they’re sure to love them! Happy baking!