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    BeeyondCereal » Recipes » Snacks and Treats

    Rice Krispie Treats with Marshmallow Fluff

    Modified: Oct 17, 2023 Published: Mar 1, 2023 by Nicole Durham This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    5 from 4 votes

    Rice Krispies are an iconic treat, but making them with marshmallow fluff is a fun twist on a classic. You're going to love making Rice Krispie treats with marshmallow fluff! They're soft, gooey, and oh-so-perfect in every square.

    Recipe: $2.87 | Per Serving: $0.32 | Servings: 9

    Rice Krispies treats cut into squares on plate, pink checkered towel beside.

    Rice krispie treats are iconic snacks that have been around for ages, but traditionally they're made with mini marshmallows, not fluff.

    Making rice crispy treats with marshmallow cream gives us the same great taste but without the chewy consistency. These Rice Krispie Treats in a Mug are also soft to eat but only come in a single-sized portion.

    For some, traditional rice krispie treats can be a challenge to eat (braces, dentures, etc). But, rice crispy treats with marshmallow fluff, are soft enough that they practically fall apart in your hands. These make them a game changer for all of us struggling to eat chewier or firmer foods.

    If you want more rice krispie treat recipes, check out my Oreo Rice Krispie Treats, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats.

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    • 🍯 Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions for Rice Krispie Treats with Marshmallow Fluff
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Storage
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • ❤️ More Delicious Snacks and Treats Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍯 Why This Recipe Works

    1. Simple ingredients. You just need 3 basic ingredients to make this recipe, making it very simple and easy and keeping all shopping minimal. For more simple treats try my Fruity Pebbles Treats.
    2. Basic steps. This recipe is no harder to make than any other rice krispie treat recipe, as you'll melt butter, soften the marshmallow and add in the cereal. This is a great recipe for beginners.
    3. It's quick! Since marshmallow cream is already pretty soft, this recipe is actually quicker to come together than you may think. The mixture comes together within just minutes flat.

    🥘 Ingredients

    labeled ingredients needed to make rice krispies with marshmallow fluff.

    Ingredient Notes:

    Marshmallow fluff- You'll need a jar of marshmallow fluff or marshmallow creme to make this recipe. If you find a jar that's an ounce or two bigger than requested, it's fine to use it instead. I've noticed that different jars/brands and stores carry different sized containers.

    Butter- You can use salted or unsalted butter for this recipe. I personally prefer salted butter because I always have it on hand, but either one will work.

    For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

    🔪 Instructions for Rice Krispie Treats with Marshmallow Fluff

    Step 1: Grease the inside of an 8x8 baking dish with softened butter and set aside.

    Step 2: Add your butter to a large pot over medium-low heat. Cook until melted.

    Step 3: Add in the marshmallow fluff by using a rubber spatula to scrape the inside of the jar as best as you can.

    Step 4: Stir until the fluff seems fully incorporated and softened.

    Step 5: Remove the pot from the heat.

    Step 6: Add in the cereal.

    a pot with melted butter and marshmallow fluff topped with rice krispies.

    Step 7: Stir in the rice crispy cereal until fully coated.

    mixed Rice Krispies with Marshmallow Fluff in a pot.

    Step 8: Transfer the cereal mixture to the prepared baking dish and use greased hands or a spatula to press down on the cereal and compact it into the dish. It helps when using something butter coated as the cereal is less likely to stick to butter.

    Rice Krispies with Marshmallow Fluff pressed into a buttered 8x8 baking dish.

    Step 9: Allow the cereal to cool and set for an hour or two before slicing and serving.

    Pink checkered towel beside plate of Rice Krispies with Marshmallow Fluff.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    1. To grease your pan for Rice Krispie treats, use butter or cooking spray.
    2. Grease your hands before pressing the mixture to prevent sticking.
    3. After cooking, cool for an hour before slicing. Line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal.
    4. Cook over medium/low heat to avoid overcooking marshmallows. The lower the heat the longer it will take but it prevents overcooking the marshmallows and allows them to turn out perfect and gooey. So this is also very important for avoiding brittle treats later. (We share this tip on our other krispie treat recipes like these Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats).

    👩🏻‍🍳 Storage

    Room Temp. You can store these Rice Krispie treats in an airtight container or zipper topped baggie for up to a week or two at room temperature. I recommend eating them sooner rather than later as they'll taste best when fresh.

    Freezer. Rice Krispies are very freezer friendly. To freeze your treats, place them in an airtight container or individually wrap serving-sized squares in plastic wrap before placing them in a freezer-safe container. Then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before eating. They won't take long to thaw!

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    Can I use margarine for my rice krispie treats?

    Yes, absolutely! Simply use any margarine instead of butter and follow the recipe as requested. The end result should be a soft texture that tastes fabulous. Another great alternative is to use coconut oil instead of butter, but it will leave a coconut flavor behind. We use coconut oil in our Dairy Free Rice Krispie Treats.

    Why are my Rice Krispie treats hard?

    If you overcook, overstir, or overheat your marshmallows and butter then you can easily end up with hard cereal treats. I recommend cooking at a low to medium temperature. Slow might take longer but it won't overheat and stirring every once in a while keeps you from overworking the sugars too.

    Are rice crispy treats vegan?

    While there is no dairy in these treats, they are not vegan-friendly. Marshmallows contain an ingredient that is not vegan friendly (gelatin) and cereal would need to be purchased specifically labeled as vegan.

    Rice Krispies with Marshmallow Fluff on a plate next to a pink and white towel.

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    If you tried this Rice Krispie Treats with Marshmallow Fluff, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and share your feedback in the 📝 comments section below. I would truly appreciate it!

    📖 Recipe

    A plate full of rice krispie treats made with marshmallow fluff.
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    5 from 4 votes

    Rice Krispie Treats with Marshmallow Fluff

    Rice Krispies are an iconic treat, but making them with marshmallow fluff is a fun twist on a classic. You're going to love making these rice Krispie treats! They're soft, gooey, and oh-so-perfect in every square.
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Servings: 9 squares
    Calories: 172kcal
    Cost Recipe $2.87 / Serving $0.32
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    Equipment

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    • Wooden Spoon
    • 8x8 Baking Dish
    • Rubber Spatula

    Ingredients

    • 4 Tablespoons butter ($0.50)
    • 7 ounces marshmallow fluff ($1.57)
    • 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal ($0.80)
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    Instructions

    • Grease the inside of an 8x8 baking dish with softened butter and set aside.
    • Add your butter to a large pot over medium-low heat. Cook until melted.
    • Add in the marshmallow fluff by using a rubber spatula to scrape the inside of the jar as best as you can.
    • Stir until the fluff seems fully incorporated and softened.
    • Remove the pot from the heat.
    • Stir in the rice crispy cereal until fully coated.
    • Transfer the cereal mixture to the prepared baking dish and use greased hands or a spatula to press down on the cereal and compact it into the dish. It helps when using something butter coated as the cereal is less likely to stick to butter.
    • Allow the cereal to cool and set for an hour or two before slicing and serving.

    Notes

    Grease the pan with butter or nonstick spray, and use greased hands to press Rice Krispies to prevent sticking.
    Cook marshmallows over medium/low heat for gooey treats.
    Cool for an hour, or use parchment paper for easier slicing.
    Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks at room temperature.
    Freeze individually wrapped squares for up to three months; thaw at room temperature.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1190IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 5mg
    Author Nicole Durham
    Course Snack
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegetarian
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