Chocolate Covered Rice Krispy Treats (Print View)

Crispy cereal and gooey marshmallow bars, drenched in rich chocolate with colorful sprinkles. A delightful crunch and melt in every bite.

# Components:

→ Base

01 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing
02 - 1 package (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
03 - 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Chocolate Topping

05 - 1 1/2 cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
06 - 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles or chopped nuts

# Method:

01 - Lightly grease an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch square baking pan with butter to prevent sticking.
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 for enhanced flavor balance.
05 - Add Rice Krispies cereal and gently fold with a spatula until evenly coated with marshmallow mixture.
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 to set slightly before adding chocolate.
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 while chocolate is still wet.
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 or invert onto a cutting board. Cut into 12-16 bars with a sharp knife.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chocolate topping transforms childhood nostalgia into something genuinely sophisticated
  • They come together faster than you can preheat your oven for most desserts
  • Perfect for impromptu gatherings because nobody can resist them
02 -
  • Press the cereal mixture firmly but gently—too hard and they become dense bricks
  • Let the chocolate cool slightly before pouring or it will slide right off the edges
  • The chocolate layer should be firm but not rock hard before cutting
03 -
  • Grease your spatula or hands before pressing the mixture into the pan
  • Microwave the marshmallows if you don't want to use the stovetop
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