Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

stacked Rice Krispie treats surrounded by pumpkin candy corn.Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats have the perfect fall twist on the classic treat. These cereal treats are soft, gooey, and have the best pumpkin spice flavor – one bite and you’ll feel like you need a cozy sweater and a coffee. The Best Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats Rice Krispie Treats are a classic recipe we…

stacked Rice Krispie treats surrounded by pumpkin candy corn.

Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats have the perfect fall twist on the classic treat. These cereal treats are soft, gooey, and have the best pumpkin spice flavor – one bite and you’ll feel like you need a cozy sweater and a coffee.

hand pulling apart pumpkin Rice Krispie treat.

The Best Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

Rice Krispie Treats are a classic recipe we absolutely love – soft and gooey with some crunch – I can never get enough. They’re easy to make and even easier to flavor – and this is my fall version of that classic treat. Grab a sweater and a Pumpkin Spice Latte and enjoy these delicious treats!

ingredients in pumpkin Rice Krispie treats laid out on a white marble counters.

Ingredients Needed

  • Marshmallows: You can use regular, or mini marshmallows. As long as you have the right amount that is called for, either kind fine.
  • Rice Krispie Cereal: You can use any flavor or brand of crispy rice cereal, but I used regular to focus on the pumpkin spice flavor.
  • Butter: I typically use unsalted butter.
  • Spices: To get the perfect fall flavor, I used pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon!

Now, I know you’ll ask: Why is there no pumpkin puree? After numerous attempts at making a cereal treat with actual pumpkin, I didn’t like any of the results. They were too soft or the wetness of the pumpkin made the cereal soggy. So I decided to make these with just pumpkin pie spice. You don’t miss the pumpkin, I promise.

How to make Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

  1. To add even more flavor, we’re making these with brown butter. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium low heat. Cook, stirring often, until the butter foams and turns light amber in color.
  2. Add the marshmallows and stir until melted. Remove from heat and stir in pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  3. Add cereal and stir to coat with the marshmallow mixture. Immediately pour into prepared pan. Press firmly to compact.

Fun Kid Version

It’s easy to make a pumpkin shaped cereal treat – add some orange food coloring to the marshmallow mixture. Press into a pan but instead of letting them set, cut into equal bars and form each one into a sphere (pumpkin shape). I use parchment paper or wax paper to help form the treat without getting sticky hands. Then use candy to make tootsie roll stems and green m&m leaves.

Or, press into two 9×9-inch pans so they’re thinner and use a pumpkin shape cookie cutters to cut shapes (like my Mickey Mouse Rice Krispie treats) and coat them with white chocolate or decorate them like a jack-o-lantern for a Halloween party.

stacked Rice Krispie treats surrounded by pumpkin candy corn.

Expert Tips

  • Make sure your cereal and marshmallows are not stale, because if your ingredients are stale, the treats will be as well.
  • When you press down the Rice Krispie treats, spray wax paper with nonstick cooking spray so you can press without it sticking to your hands.
  • Let the treats firm completely before cutting so they do not fall apart.

FAQs

Can you freeze these treats?

Yes you can! Slice and freeze them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

How to store these treats?

Store them at room temperature for up to a week.

stacked Rice Krispie treats surrounded by pumpkin candy corn.
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Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

These classic treats can be made at home and for the fall time. They have a delicious pumpkin flavor that you can't find anywhere else.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 20 bars
Calories 517kcal
Cost $10

Ingredients

  • 9 cups (237g) Rice Krispies Cereal
  • 15 ounces (424g) mini marshmallows
  • 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon (15ml) vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Line a 9×13-inch pan with foil or parchment and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Measure out cereal and place in a large bowl.
  • To brown the butter: Melt the butter in a large pot over medium low heat. Cook, stirring often, until the butter foams and turns light amber in color.
  • Add the marshmallows and stir until melted. Remove from heat and stir in pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  • Add cereal and stir to coat with the marshmallow mixture. Immediately pour into prepared pan. Press firmly to compact. Tip: spray wax paper with nonstick cooking spray so you can press without it sticking to your hands.
  • Let set until firm then slice into bars. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To freeze, let cool completely then cut into bars and wrap each individual bar in wax paper and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Use any flavor Rice Krispies cereal.
  • You can use any size marshmallows just make sure to use 15 ounces.
  • These stay extra gooey but will get stale if not stored properly.
  • Only use FRESH marshmallows and not-stale cereal for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 108g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 579mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 7231IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 32mg

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Pistachio Rice Krispie Treats

stacked green Rice Krispie treats on a grey table.These Pistachio Rice Krispie Treats are the most unique spin on the classic cereal treat. By adding pudding mix to the marshmallow mixture you get a treat full of pistachio flavor – they’re so good. Instead of just making a classic Rice Krispie treat, try something new with this pistachio version. They are not only…

stacked green Rice Krispie treats on a grey table.

These Pistachio Rice Krispie Treats are the most unique spin on the classic cereal treat. By adding pudding mix to the marshmallow mixture you get a treat full of pistachio flavor – they’re so good.

two hands pulling the pistachio Rice Krispie treats apart.

Instead of just making a classic Rice Krispie treat, try something new with this pistachio version. They are not only have a light and fluffy texture, but the pistachio flavor is so good. The amazing flavor comes from pistachio instant pudding mix which is pretty genius. 5 ingredients and 15 minutes of cooking time – these are some of my favorite cereal treats I’ve ever had!

ingredients in pistachio Rice Krispie treats laid out on a white counter.

Ingredients Needed

  • Marshmallows: You can use regular sized, or miniature marshmallows as long as you have enough – make sure to use fresh marshmallows.
  • Rice Krispies Treats: Use fresh cereal, generic is fine.
  • Pistachio Instant Pudding: You can find this in the baking section of many grocery stores. Make sure to use INSTANT pudding.
  • Butter: I prefer to use unsalted butter in all my recipes.

How to Make Pistachio Crispy Rice Treats

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until melted. Remove from heat and stir in pudding mix and vanilla extract.
  • Add cereal and stir to coat with the marshmallow mixture. Pour into prepared pan. Press firmly to compact.
stacked green Rice Krispie treats on a grey table.

Expert Tips

  • It is always important to use fresh cereal, and it is especially important to use fresh marshmallows. If the ingredients are stale, the recipe will taste stale.
  • If you want them more green you can add a few drops of food coloring.
  • Add some chopped pistachios for even more flavor.
  • When pressing the mixture into the pan, spray some cooking spray on your hands or on a sheet of wax or parchment paper. This will make sure that the mixture doesn’t move and stick.

Storing

Store them in an airtight container on the counter at room temperature for up to 3 days. I recommend completely slicing the bars before putting them into the freezer. Put them in an airtight container and freeze them for up to 3 months.

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Pistachio Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

These are a unique and delicious Rice Krispie treat recipe! Made from cereal and marshmallows, these treats have an amazing and sweet pistachio flavor!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 24 servings
Calories 10331kcal
Cost $10

Ingredients

  • 9 cups (237g) Rice Krispies Cereal
  • 15 ounces (424g) mini marshmallows
  • 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter
  • 1 (3.4 ounce box ) pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 teaspoon (15ml) vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Line a 9×13-inch pan with foil or parchment and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Measure out cereal and place in a large bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium low heat.
  • Add the marshmallows and stir until melted. Remove from heat and stir in pudding mix and vanilla extract.
  • Add cereal and stir to coat with the marshmallow mixture. Pour into prepared pan. Press firmly to compact. Tip: spray wax paper with nonstick cooking spray so you can press without it sticking to your hands.
  • Let set until firm then slice into bars. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To freeze, let cool completely then cut into bars and wrap each individual bar in wax paper and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Use any flavor Rice Krispies cereal.
  • You can use any size marshmallows just make sure to use 15 ounces.
  • These stay extra gooey but will get stale if not stored properly.
  • Only use FRESH marshmallows and not-stale cereal for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 10331kcal | Carbohydrates: 2157g | Protein: 152g | Fat: 140g | Saturated Fat: 71g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 38g | Trans Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 254mg | Sodium: 11589mg | Potassium: 2719mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 457g | Vitamin A: 144597IU | Vitamin C: 1348mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 648mg

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Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

These Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are the best twist on a classic treat! They are just like the originals, FULL of peanut butter! Any peanut lovers out there will love this recipe – gooey and crunchy and soft all in one treat. The Best Peanut Butter Rice Crispy Treats My whole family loves Rice…

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These Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are the best twist on a classic treat! They are just like the originals, FULL of peanut butter! Any peanut lovers out there will love this recipe – gooey and crunchy and soft all in one treat.

stacked Rice Krispie treats next to a spoonful of peanut butter.

The Best Peanut Butter Rice Crispy Treats

My whole family loves Rice Krispie Treats and my husband loves peanut butter, so I decided to combine the two. Cereal treats have the best texture and the addition of peanut butter makes them have the best flavor.

These snacks are so easy to make and they use simple ingredients. Kids love them, but you’re never too old to make a perfect rice crispy treats. We love them thick and soft and chewy – these are the perfect cereal treats!

ingredients in peanut butter Rice Krispie treats laid out on a white marble counter.

Ingredients Needed

  • Rice Krispie Treats: You can find this cereal at just about any grocery store. Any brand crispy rice cereal works.
  • Peanut Butter: These have only been tested with shelf stable peanut butter, like Skippy or Jif. I don’t recommend natural peanut butter.
  • Marshmallows: Mini marshmallows melt easiest, but large are fine too.

Variations

  • Feel free to substitute shelf stable cashew butter, almond butter, or any nut butter you like.
  • You can make these with gluten-free cereal.
  • Use cocoa pebbles to make chocolate peanut butter Rice Krispie treats!
  • Stir a cup or two of chocolate chips into the cereal marshmallow mixture.

How to make Rice Krispie Treats

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium low heat. Add the peanut butter and stir until combined. Add the marshmallows and stir until melted. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  • Add cereal and stir to coat with the marshmallow mixture.
  • Immediately pour into baking dish and press firmly to compact into an even layer.
hand pulling Rice Krispie treats apart.

Expert Tips

  • Make sure your marshmallows are fresh! Stale marshmallows will effect how the entire recipe tastes. It is also important to make sure your cereal is fresh too!
  • To press the mixture more easily, spray wax paper with nonstick cooking spray so you can press without it sticking to your hands.
  • Store properly to make sure they stay fresh.
  • You can also melt everything in a microwave-safe bowl instead of doing it on the stove.

Storage

Store in an airtight container for several days. You can also freeze Rice Krispie treats between sheets of wax paper.

FAQs

Can you use natural peanut butter?

This recipe hasn’t been tested with natural peanut butter (the need to stir kind) but it should work – I just haven’t tested it.

stacked Rice Krispie treats next to a spoonful of peanut butter.
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Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

The BEST Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats recipe ever – with tons of peanut butter – these are gooey and crunchy and an easy no bake bar.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 24 servings
Calories 474kcal
Cost $10

Ingredients

  • 9 cups (237g) Rice Krispies Cereal
  • 15 ounces (433g) marshmallows
  • 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup (200g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon (15ml) vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Line a 9×13-inch pan with foil or parchment and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Measure out cereal and place in a large bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium low heat. Add the peanut butter and stir until combined.
  • Add the marshmallows and stir until melted. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  • Add cereal and stir to coat with the marshmallow mixture. Immediately pour into prepared pan.
  • Press firmly to compact. Tip: spray wax paper with nonstick cooking spray so you can press without it sticking to your hands.
  • Let set until firm then slice into bars.

Notes

  • You can use any size marshmallows, just make sure you’re only using 15 ounces.
  • These stay extra gooey but will get stale if not stored properly.
  • Only use FRESH marshmallows and not-stale cereal for best results.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To freeze, let cool completely then cut into bars and wrap each individual bar in wax paper and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 474kcal | Carbohydrates: 91g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 514mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 6025IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 27mg

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Easy Nutella Rice Krispie Treats

Hazelnut krispie treats cut into bars on parchment paper.Nutella Rice Krispie Treats combine my favorite rice krispie treats with creamy chocolate hazelnut spread. Soft and chewy, you’ll love…

Hazelnut krispie treats cut into bars on parchment paper.

Nutella Rice Krispie Treats combine my favorite rice krispie treats with creamy chocolate hazelnut spread. Soft and chewy, you’ll love this easy recipe!

If Nutella is your favorite, be sure to try my Nutella Banana Bread. You’ll also love this creamy No Bake Nutella Cheesecake!

One large nutella krispie treats served on a white plate.

Why You’ll Love These Nutella Krispie Treats

They say you shouldn’t try to reinvent the wheel, but with Rice Krispie Treats? Well, that’s a different story!

This dessert is perfect for changing up and trying new variations, whether it’s Lemon Rice Krispie Treats, Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats, or these Nutella Rice Krispie Treats.

These chewy, crispy squares taste like buttery marshmallows with Nutella spread for a rich, chocolatey twist on the original.

Here’s why I love this recipe—and why you will too:

  • Short list of ingredients—the only thing on here that isn’t in the original recipe is Nutella! 
  • This recipe is easy to make.
  • This is one of those desserts that everyone will love. Rice Krispie Treats are delicious as it is, but adding Nutella to the mix makes them even better!

Important Ingredient Notes

Ingredients needed to make Nutella Krispie Treats.
  • Salted butter – Salted butter (rather than unsalted) helps balance the sweetness of these Nutella Rice Krispie Treats.
  • Mini marshmallows – I always reserve some of the marshmallows to stir in with the cereal, which gives you little pockets of chewy-gooey goodness.
  • Vanilla extract – This enhances the overall flavor of the Rice Krispie Treats. Use pure vanilla extract, or my homemade vanilla extract.
  • Nutella spread – Or a similar hazelnut-chocolate spread.
  • Rice Krispies – You can’t make this recipe without them!

How to Make Nutella Rice Krispie Treats

Prepare: Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. I use binder clips to keep the parchment in place.

Step by step photos showing how to make nutella rice krispie treat bars.

Make the Marshmallow Mixture:

  • Melt the butter in a large pot set over medium heat. 
  • Once melted, reduce the heat to low and add all but 1 cup of the mini marshmallows.
  • Stir until the marshmallows melt and remove from heat.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract and 1 cup of the Nutella. 
Step by step photos showing how to assemble nutella krispie treats.

Finish and Cool:

  • Stir in the cereal and reserved mini marshmallows. 
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
  • Melt the remaining Nutella in the microwave for 30 seconds. 
  • Drizzle the warm Nutella over the Krispie treats. 
  • Cool for 1 hour, then cut and enjoy.
Nutella being drizzled over the top of the dessert bars.

Tips and Tricks

  • If you have unsalted butter on hand, you can use that instead of salted butter. Simply add 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt to the butter and marshmallow mixture.
  • Always use fresh marshmallows and fresh cereal for the best results. Nothing ruins Rice Krispie Treats like stale cereal and marshmallows!
  • Also be sure to use name brand Rice Krispies, not a store brand. I’ve noticed that store brands of puffed rice cereal have a different texture than the original.
  • For a different spin on this recipe, you can swap out the Nutella for Biscoff, almond butter, or peanut butter.
  • Gently press the Nutella chocolate mixture into the pan with the back of spatula or damp fingers. Avoid applying excessive pressure, as it may result in them becoming hard.
  • Store these Nutella Rice Krispy Cereal Treats in airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze in an airtight ziploc bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Chocolate krispie treats cut into bars.

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Nutella Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Nutella Rice Krispie Treats combine two fabulous flavors into one crowd-pleasing dessert! They’re crispy, chewy, chocolatey, and totally irresistible.
Course Rice Krispie Treats
Cuisine American
Keyword nutella krispie treats
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Set Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 18 bars
Calories 70kcal
Author Aimee

Ingredients

  • 6 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 16 ounce package mini marshmallows, divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cup Nutella spread, divided
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Instructions

  • Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper and set it aside. I use binder clips to keep the parchment paper in place.
  • In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Once melted, reduce heat to low and add all but 1 cup of the mini marshmallows to the pot.
  • Stir until marshmallows are completely melted. Remove from heat.
  • Add in vanilla extract and 1 cup of the Nutella. Stir until smooth. Add cereal and remaining 1 cup of the mini marshmallows. Stir until cereal is completely covered in marshmallow mixture, then pour it into prepared pan.
  • Melt remaining 1/4 cup of Nutella in micrwoave for 30 seconds. Drizzle over krispie treats. Allow treats to set about one hour. Cut and enjoy.

Notes

  • Unsalted butter can also be used in place of the salted butter. Add about 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to butter and marshmallow mixture.
  • Always use fresh marshmallows and fresh cereal for the best results.
  • Nutella hazelnut spread can be found at most grocery stores or ordered online. Swap it out with Biscoff, almond butter, or peanut butter if you prefer.
  • For best texture, do not press the bars TOO firmly into the pan. Just lightly press with back of spatula or fingers dipped in water (to prevent sticking).
  • Store treats in airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Or freeze in airtight ziploc bag for up to 3 months (thaw on counter for several hours).

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar | Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 13mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 737IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 3mg

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Lemon Rice Krispie Treats

Lemon Rice Krispie Treats have a chewy texture and buttery marshmallow flavor, plus a zesty lemon twist for extra flavor. If you love lemon, these are a must-make!Lemon Rice Krispie Treats have a chewy texture and buttery marshmallow flavor, plus a zesty lemon twist for extra flavor.…

Lemon Rice Krispie Treats have a chewy texture and buttery marshmallow flavor, plus a zesty lemon twist for extra flavor. If you love lemon, these are a must-make!

Lemon Rice Krispie Treats have a chewy texture and buttery marshmallow flavor, plus a zesty lemon twist for extra flavor. If you love lemon, these are a must-make!

For another lemony treat, try this Lemon Chiffon Pie. My Lemon Brownies are a reader favorite too!

Lemon krispie treats cut into 9 large bars.

Why You’ll Love These Lemon Rice Crispy Treats

If you’ve been a reader for a while, you probably know that Rice Krispie treats are my weakness.

Whether it’s Strawberry Krispie Treats, Fluffernutter Rice Krispie Treats, or Cherry Rice Crispy Treats, I will gladly take them all! These Lemon Rice Krispie Treats are my latest and greatest.

I’m not sure why I didn’t think of these sooner because the flavor of classic Rice Krispie treats pairs beautifully with lemon! Like Lemon Bars, they have that buttery-sweet-tart contrast going for them.

  • Quick and Easy to make!
  • With lemon zest, juice, and lemon extract, these Rice Krispie treats are full of bright citrus flavor.
  • These treats are always a hit for potlucks, picnics, and backyard barbecues—and they’re easy to transport too! 

Important Ingredient Notes

Ingredients needed to make lemon rice krispie treats.
  • Lemon – You’ll need the juice and the zest, but zest the lemon first. It’s much easier that way!
  • Salted butter – Most baking recipes use unsalted butter, but I prefer salted because it adds some balance to the dish.
  • Mini marshmallows – Make sure they are fresh! Stale marshmallows can ruin Rice Krispie treats.
  • Extracts – You’ll need both lemon and vanilla extract. Lemon extract adds a stronger lemon flavor than juice without adding a lot of excess liquid.
  • Rice Krispies cereal – Normally I’m not a stickler for name brands, but I make an exception for Rice Krispy treats. Some of the off-brand versions have a slightly different texture.

How to Make Lemon Treats

  • Make the Topping: Combine a tablespoon of sugar with lemon zest and stir. Set it aside.
  • Make the Glaze: In another bowl, whisk the lemon juice and zest. Set it aside.
Step by step photos showing how to make lemon rice krispie treats.
  1. Heat the Marshmallow Mixture: Melt the butter in a saucepan set over medium heat, then add all but 1 cup of the marshmallows. Reduce the heat to low and stir until the marshmallows are completely melted. Remove from heat.
  2. Finish the Rice Krispie Mixture: Stir in the lemon and vanilla extracts, followed by the cereal and remaining marshmallows.
  3. Transfer to Pan: Pour the mixture into a parchment-lined 9-inch square baking dish, pressing it gently with your fingertips to spread it evenly.
  4. Set: Drizzle with the lemon glaze, then add the lemon sugar mixture. Allow the lemon Rice Krispie treats to set for about 1 hour before cutting and serving.

You can also drizzle white chocolate on these bars for a decadent no bake dessert!

Lemon rice crispy treats cut into squares.

Tips and Tricks

  • Here’s how to zest a lemon; you’ll get about 1 teaspoon of zest from a single lemon.
  • In addition to the marshmallows, make sure the cereal is also fresh. If it’s been sitting open in the box for several weeks, your Rice Krispie treats will be missing the crispy!
  • I like to add the lemon glaze while the Rice Krispie treats are warm because it seeps down into them, making them extra delicious. If you prefer a more “finished” look, you can wait to add the toppings. Slice into bars then top each one with glaze and sugar after they have cooled and set.
  • Store the lemon Rice Krispie treats in a sealed container at room temperature for a few days. Alternatively, you can freeze them in a ziploc bag for up to 3 months. If you have to stack them in the bag or container, put parchment paper between the layers to prevent sticking.

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Lemon Rice Krispie Treats have a chewy texture and buttery marshmallow flavor, plus a zesty lemon twist for extra flavor. If you love lemon, these are a must-make!
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Lemon Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Lemon Rice Krispie Treats have a chewy texture and buttery marshmallow flavor, plus a zesty lemon twist for extra flavor. If you love lemon, these are a must-make!
Course Rice Krispie Treats
Cuisine American
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Servings 18 bars
Author Aimee

Ingredients

  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced, see notes
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 6 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 16 ounce bag mini marshmallows, divided
  • ½ teaspoon lemon extract
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 cups rice krispies cereal

Instructions

  • Start by making the lemon topping. Zest one lemon in a small bowl. Add 1 Tablespoon of granulated sugar and mix with a spoon until crumbly and combined. Set aside.
  • Juice the same lemon in a small bowl. Add in powdered sugar and whisk until smooth. Set aside.
  • Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Once melted, add in all but 1 cup of the mini marshmallows, reducing heat to low. Stir with a spatula until marshmallows are completely melted. Remove from heat.
  • Add in lemon and vanilla extracts, stir until blended. Add cereal and remaining one cup of mini marshmallows, stirring gently until combined.
  • Pour mixture in prepared baking dish, pressing gently with your fingertips until spread out. Immediately drizzle with the lemon glaze, then add the lemon sugar mixture.
  • Allow krispie treats to set for about one hour. Cut and enjoy.

Notes

  • For the whole lemon, zest the lemon using our guide on how to zest a lemon. You’ll get about 1 teaspoon of zest. For the lemon juice, you’ll get about 1 Tablespoon juice.
  • Be sure to use fresh marshmallows and fresh cereal. Using stale ingredients will result in stale treats.
  • Adding the lemon glaze while the krispie treats are warm allows the fresh citrus flavor to sink into the krispie treats. If you prefer a more “finished” look, you can wait to add the toppings. Slice into bars then top each one with glaze and sugar after they have cooled and set.
  • Store lemon krispie treats in airtight container at room temperature for several days.
  • You can also freeze krispie treats by sliding into a ziploc bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice

Easy Cheerio Bars Recipe

No-Bake Cheerio Bars are an easy and versatile dessert everyone loves! Grab a box of cheerios and your favorite candies to make a tray full of sweet cereal bars no one can resist.No-Bake Cheerio Bars are an easy and versatile dessert everyone loves! Grab a box of cheerios and your favorite candies…

No-Bake Cheerio Bars are an easy and versatile dessert everyone loves! Grab a box of cheerios and your favorite candies to make a tray full of sweet cereal bars no one can resist.

No-Bake Cheerio Bars are an easy and versatile dessert everyone loves! Grab a box of cheerios and your favorite candies to make a tray full of sweet cereal bars no one can resist.

I could happily eat Rice Krispie Treats every day of my life. We’ve been making (and loving) variations with other kinds of cereal for years. You may remember these Lucky Charms Treats!

A stack of two cheerio bars on a stack of white plates.

Homemade Cheerio Treats

Today’s dessert bars are a close cousin of the classic Rice Krispies Treat–but made with Honey Nut Cheerios!

  • No bake recipe. You don’t even need to turn on the stove to make these Cheerio Bars!
  • Endless variations. You can use any bite sized pieces of candy in these bars–and even any kind of Cheerios–so it’s easy to customize them for any mood or occasion.
  • White chocolate drizzle. We finish our Cheerio treats with an indulgent layer of melted white chocolate!
  • Quick and easy. It takes just 20 minutes to assemble these bars, plus about an hour to let them set. No chilling required either!

If you love these bars, be sure to try our avalanche cookies next! Or give our easy fruity pebble rice crispy treats a try next.

Ingredient Notes

Ingredients needed to make cheerio bars.
  • Mini marshmallows – Just like Rice Krispie Treats, Cheerio Bars are held together with an ooey-gooey marshmallow base.
  • Honey Nut Cheerios – The sweetness and honey flavor makes this variety perfect for bars. Any variety would work!
  • Chocolate chips – Mix and match different varieties of chocolate morsels. Peanut butter chips and butterscotch chips are delicious too!
  • White chocolate wafers – Wafers (or Vanilla bark) are melted in the microwave then drizzled over the bars for a decadent finish.

How to Make Cheerio Bars

Step by step photos showing how to make cheerio bars.
  • Cereal swaps: Make the bars extra chocolatey by using chocolate cheerios or even cocoa puffs in this recipe instead. For a fruity option, Fruity Pebbles or the berry flavored cheerios are perfect!
  • Candy suggestions: Top your Cheerio Bars with bite sized pieces of any candy you like. We love M&Ms, Reese’s Pieces, caramel bits, or chopped up candy bars!
  • Storing: Store set bars in an airtight container at room temperature. They stay good for about 1 week.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Check your cereal and marshmallows before making this recipe to ensure they’re not stale. Stale ingredients = stale tasting cheerio bars!
Big squares of cheerio bars with colorful candies on top.

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No-Bake Cheerio Bars are an easy and versatile dessert everyone loves! Grab a box of cheerios and your favorite candies to make a tray full of sweet cereal bars no one can resist.
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Cheerio Bars Recipe

No-Bake Cheerio Bars are an easy and versatile dessert everyone loves! Grab a box of cheerios and your favorite candies to make a tray full of sweet cereal bars no one can resist.
Course Rice Krispie Treats
Cuisine American
Keyword cheerio cereal bars, no bake cereal bars
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 20 bars
Calories 174kcal
Author Aimee

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce bag mini marshmallows divided
  • 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cups Honey Nut Cheerios
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup candies M&M’s, heath, etc.
  • ½ cup white chocolate melting wafers

Instructions

  • Spray a 9×13 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine all but 1 cup of the marshmallows and the butter. Place in the microwave and melt for 2 minutes. Stir till smooth. Melt an additional 2 minutes if needed, cooking by 30 second increments.
  • When the marshmallows are melted and smooth, add the cheerios and remaining 1 cup of marshmallows and stir until completely coated.
  • Butter your hands and press gently in the pan. and top with chocolate chips and candy.
  • Melt the candy wafers in a small bowl in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir till smooth. You may need to melt for another 30 seconds. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the bars.
  • Allow to set for one hour, slice into bars and serve.

Notes

  • Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Swap out cheerios for any flavor (Froot Loops are also delicious).
  • Substitute your favorite toppings…chocolate chips and candies could be butterscotch, white chocolate chips, peanut butter morsels, etc.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar | Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 77mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g

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No matter what combination of candies and toppings you choose, these easy Cheerio Bars are always a crowd pleaser!

Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats

Fruity Pebble Rice Krispie Treats are no bake dessert bars with only 4-ingredients. Easy to make and fun to eat, these gooey treats are a hit with the whole family!Fruity Pebble Rice Krispie Treats are no bake dessert bars with only 4-ingredients. Easy to make and fun to eat,…

Fruity Pebble Rice Krispie Treats are no bake dessert bars with only 4-ingredients. Easy to make and fun to eat, these gooey treats are a hit with the whole family!

Fruity Pebble Rice Krispie Treats are no bake dessert bars with only 4-ingredients. Easy to make and fun to eat, these gooey treats are a hit with the whole family!

Rice Krispies aren’t the only cereal you can turn into a dessert. I love all kinds of cereal based treats, from Cheerio Bars to Lucky Charm Treats and now this fruity pebbles version.

Fruity pebbles rice krispie treats being held before taking a bite.

Fruity Pebbles Krispie Treats Recipe

Anyone who’s known me for more than 5 minutes knows that Rice Krispie Treats are my favorite dessert of all time.

I love baking fudgy brownies, coconut cakes, and chocolate chip cookies. But my favorite treat is marshmallows and cereal- soft and chewy.

  • The fruity cereal packs gives a sweet fruity flavor to a classic dessert.
  • Gooey ribbons of marshmallow.
  • So colorful thanks to the fruity pebbles cereal.
  • Quick and easy to make.
  • Only 4 ingredients for this dessert!

These Fruity Pebbles Treats are all of the things I love about the Rice Krispie version, only with the fun pop of fruit flavors and color!

Kids go nuts for these, and so do I. They would be an instant hit at any bake sale, birthday party or potluck! Swap out the cereal and make a batch of Froot Loop Treats instead!

Just Four Ingredients

Ingredients needed to make fruity pebbles rice crispy treats.

The ingredients for Fruity Pebbles marshmallow bars are so simple. Here’s everything you need.

  • Salted butter. Usually I use unsalted butter in my baking, but the salt helps enhance the flavors in today’s recipe.
  • Fruity pebbles cereal. I used the original flavor. There is also a birthday cake option that would be delicious if you are making these for a birthday celebration! Cocoa pebbles are an easy swap to make chocolate rice krispie treats.
  • Mini marshmallows. The mini sized ones are perfect for folding in at the end for extra marshmallow goodness. You can even use the colorful fruity marshmallows to add even more fruity flavor!
  • Vanilla. My secret ingredient for BEST flavor. It creates the illusion that you’re using homemade marshmallows in this recipe.

How to Make Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats

Step by step photos showing how to make fruity pebbles treats.
  • Use fresh marshmallows for this recipe. Those stale marshmallows in the back of your pantry will make the treats taste, well, stale. Grab a fresh bag before you make Fruity Pebbles treats.
  • Line your baking dish with parchment paper. Use binder clips to help it stay in place as you add the treats to the pan. This way you don’t have to worry about the bars sticking.
  • Dampen your fingers. Keep the treats from sticking to your hands by dipping your fingers in water before pressing them into the pan. Like magic! Works better than butter and your hands won’t end up greasy.
  • Press GENTLY! The number one reason Fruity Pebbles Treats come out hard is pressing the cereal mixture into the pan too firmly. Use a light touch and only press as much as you need to spread out the treats.
  • Let set for 1 hour before cutting. The cereal bars should be soft enough to slice but still hold their shape.
Fruity pebble crispy treats stacked on parchment paper.

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Fruity Pebble Rice Krispie Treats are no bake dessert bars with only 4-ingredients. Easy to make and fun to eat, these gooey treats are a hit with the whole family!
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Fruity Pebble Krispie Treats Recipe

Fruity Pebbles Treats are no bake dessert bars with only 4-ingredients. Easy to make and fun to eat, these gooey treats are a hit with the whole family!
Course Rice Krispie Treats
Cuisine American
Keyword fruity pebbles marshmallow treats
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Additional Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 9 large bars
Calories 326kcal
Author Aimee

Ingredients

  • 6 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 16 ounce bag mini marshmallows divided
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 6 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal

Instructions

  • Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Once melted, add in all but 1 cup of the marshmallows. Reduce heat to low and continue stirring until completely melted.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla. Add the cereal and the remaining 1 cup of marshmallows and gently stir until combined.
  • Pour into the prepared baking dish. Press GENTLY with your fingertips just until completely spread out (the harder you pack them in, the harder they are to eat).
  • Allow to set, about 1 hour. Cut and enjoy!

Notes

  • How many marshmallows do I need? One 16 ounce bag of marshmallows is about 8-9 cups. You’ll melt all but one cup of the marshmallows in the butter, reserving the last cup for adding with the cereal.
  • Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. This way you don’t have to worry about extra butter on your fingertips, or the other extreme of your bars sticking to the pan! Use binder clips to help the parchment paper stay in place.
  • Use fresh marshmallows. Seriously, they make a difference. Don’t grab that bag that’s been in your pantry for months and months thinking it will be okay since you are melting them. It won’t be okay.
  • Add my secret ingredientVANILLA EXTRACT. Not imitation vanilla, but PURE VANILLA extract. It makes a difference in creating the illusion that you’re using homemade marshmallows.
  • DO NOT (I repeat) DO NOT press these bars into your pan firmly. Using your fingertips, GENTLY press them in just until they are spread out. The harder you pack them in, the harder they are when it’s time to eat them!
  • The trick to pressing them in your pan without sticking to your hands is to run your fingers in water, shake off the excess, and press. Voila. No sticking!
  • Store in an airtight container for two days. If they last that long, I’d be shocked!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar | Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 229mg | Sugar: 37g

Move over, Rice Krispies Treats! These no-bake Fruity Pebble Treats are a delicious and brightly colored twist on the classic childhood dessert.

Cake Batter Crispy Treats

These Cake Batter Rice Krispie Treats are a classic Rice Krispie Treat recipe with a fun twist: they have cake batter flavoring and sprinkles mixed in! These are gooey and have the best cake batter flavor EVER! Why You’ll Like This Recipe We love Rice Krispie Treats! They are always so delicious and can be…

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These Cake Batter Rice Krispie Treats are a classic Rice Krispie Treat recipe with a fun twist: they have cake batter flavoring and sprinkles mixed in! These are gooey and have the best cake batter flavor EVER!

hand holding Rice Krispie treats with sprinkles baked in.

Why You’ll Like This Recipe

We love Rice Krispie Treats! They are always so delicious and can be made pretty quickly and have so many variations. These cake batter cereal treats are so simple and have the perfect birthday cake taste!

The secret to this recipe is using cake batter extract – not cake mix – so it’s easier and safer – with even more funfetti cake flavor!

ingredients in cake batter Rice Krispie treats laid out on a marble counter.

Ingredients Needed

  • Rice Krispie Cereal: Make sure your cereal is fresh and not stale
  • Marshmallows: You can use regular or mini marshmallows in this recipe, but mini marshmallows melt faster and easier.
  • Cake Batter Extract: Find this in the baking aisle or on Amazon or at Walmart.
  • Rainbow Sprinkles: These must be jimmies, not nonpareils. Nonpareils (the little balls) will melt into the batter.

How to make Cake Batter Crispy Treats

  • Measure out all your ingredients before starting – making cereal treats is fast work once everything melts.
  • Melt your butter and marshmallows in a large saucepan over medium low heat. Add the cake batter extract once they’re melted together.
  • Stir the crispy rice cereal and sprinkles into the melted mixture.
  • Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish and press them flat using a spatula or wax paper started with nonstick cooking spray.
stacked Rice Krispie treats with sprinkles mixed in.

Expert Tips

  • Always use fresh cereal when making these treats because if your cereal is stale – so is your treat.
  • It is also important to use fresh marshmallows because they can get sticky and less usable the older they are.
  • Do not use nonpareil sprinkles in this recipe; they will dissolve into the mixture. I always love jimmies! They are the best kind of sprinkle and they stay fresh!
  • You can use unsalted or salted butter.
  • You can also melt butter and marshmallows in a microwave safe bowl – just stir every 30 seconds or so.

FAQs

How to store these treats?

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

hand holding Rice Krispie treats with sprinkles baked in.
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Cake Batter Rice Krispie Treat Recipe

These classic Crispy Treats have a twist! They are cake batter flavored! These treats have the best sprinkle flavor that is perfect for any birthday party and celebration!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
Calories 676kcal
Cost $8

Ingredients

  • 9 cups (245g) Rice Krispies Cereal
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter
  • 15 ounces (429g) marshmallows (mini or regular size)
  • ½ teaspoon cake batter extract
  • ½ cup (83g) rainbow jimmies sprinkles

Instructions

  • Measure out cereal and set aside. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place a heavy bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Add butter and marshmallows and stir almost constantly until melted and smooth.
  • Once marshmallow mixture is melted, remove from heat and stir in cake batter extract and sprinkles, then stir in cereal until coated.
  • Immediately pour into prepared pan and press to compact. Tip: spray a sheet of wax paper with nonstick cooking spray to make this easy.
  • Let cool, approximately 1 hour. Slice into bars.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Can be frozen for up to a month. Thaw at room temperature.
  • Use fresh marshmallows only. I prefer mini marshmallows (they melt faster) but either work.
  • Cake Batter Extract can be found in the baking aisle (McCormick brand)
  • Use high quality sprinkles (not cheap or natural ones) and be sure to use jimmies, not
    nonpareils, or they’ll melt into the mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 676kcal | Carbohydrates: 142g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 723mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 9037IU | Vitamin C: 84mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 41mg

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The Best Ever Scotcheroos

Scotheroos are chewy cereal bars with a rich peanut butter flavor and topped with melted chocolate and butterscotch. An easy no bake treat!Scotheroos are chewy cereal bars with a rich peanut butter flavor and topped with melted chocolate and butterscotch. An easy…

Scotheroos are chewy cereal bars with a rich peanut butter flavor and topped with melted chocolate and butterscotch. An easy no bake treat!

Scotheroos are chewy cereal bars with a rich peanut butter flavor and topped with melted chocolate and butterscotch. An easy no bake treat!

For more gooey fun treats, try our Fruity Pebbles treats next. So fruity and delicious. Or give our Lucky Charms treats a try for a crunchy sweet treat.

Scotcheroo bars stacked on a white serving plate.

Why Make Scotcheroos

Everyone knows that Rice Krispie treats are my favorite treat. Not only are they easy to make and serve, you can add all types of mix-ins to create a treat everyone loves.

My peanut butter krispie treats are always a hit. And while they are similar to scotcheroos, they are intriguingly different.

Scotcheroos are a delicious blend of Rice Krispie cereal, chocolate and butterscotch chips, and peanut butter.

One of the best things about our scotcheroo recipe is that it requires no baking! Instead, you use a simple candy-making technique to execute the perfect texture for the scotcharoos.

We Love This Recipe Because It’s…

  • Super rich, chewy, and chocolatey
  • A gourmet, elevated Rice Krispie treat
  • A 20-minute, no-bake dessert
  • The perfect finger-food for parties or giving away

Once you get the hang of this recipe, you can customize it to be as soft or as crunchy as you prefer.

Be sure to give our holiday scotcheroos a try for Christmas!

Ingredients for Scotcheroo Bars

Ingredients needed to make scotcheroo recipe.
  • Rice Krispies—Brings a light and airy crunch that everyone loves! Use fresh, not stale, crispy rice cereal for best results!
  • Peanut Butter—Creamy and salted will add the best flavor and texture. You can use a natural peanut butter, just be sure to stir it well, before using.
  • Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips— Swap for milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips for an even bolder chocolate flavor.
  • Butterscotch Baking Chips—The “scotch” in scotcharoos. A delicious butterscotch flavor that totally elevates the chocolate topping.
  • Granulated Sugar— Sweetens your Rice Krispie mixture and helps to keep everything stuck together.
  • Corn Syrup—Your binding agent that keeps your cereal mixture from crumbling. You can also make scotcheroos without corn syrup by swapping it out for honey instead.
  • Salt—Just a pinch will help to enhance the other sweet flavors. Learn why we love to use kosher salt in baking.

PRO TIP- We love making our own homemade vanilla extract, but if using store bought, be sure it’s pure extract, not imitation (for best flavor).

How to Make Scotcheroos

Step by step photos showing how to make scotcheroos.
  1. Ingredients: Be sure to start with fresh ingredients. Stale cereal will result in stale bars.
  2. Storeage: You can store these treats in the fridge for up to 7 days or on the counter for up to 5 days. You should store scotcheroos in an airtight container or ziploc freezer bag. You can enjoy them warm, at room temperature, or even cold!
  3. Tools: Make sure you have a large enough pot to hold all the Rice Crispies or you will have quite a mess on your hands.
  4. Temperature: Keep an eye on the temperature of the sugar mixture—you will need to remove it from the stove quickly. For a softer bar, remove it from the heat once it reaches 215-220°F. To achieve a chewier bar, simply allow the corn syrup mixture to cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Warm them Up: If you store these bars in the fridge, I like to pop them in the microwave for 15-30 seconds to warm them up a little bit before I eat them. This softens up the bar without causing the chocolate to get too melty.
Step by step photos showing how to add chocolate to scotcheroos.

Recipe Variations

  • Marshmallow scotcheroos—Instead of making a corn syrup/sugar mixture, melt together marshmallows, butter, and vanilla. Then add the peanut butter and cereal as normal. The resulting bars will have the texture of regular Rice Krispie treats.
  • Vegan scotcheroos—Just use vegan butter and dairy free chocolate chips! Oh, and be sure to opt for the corn syrup instead of honey.
  • Gourmet scotcharoos—Add fancy garnishes like crushed peanuts or toffee. For themed scotcheroos, add sprinkles (or drizzle first with white chocolate) to your Rice Krispie mixture. You can make these festive for any party, whether it’s Halloween, Christmas, the 4th of July, or an anniversary!
Scotcheroos cut into bars.

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Scotcheroos Recipe

Craving Rice Krispies but also chocolate and peanut butter . . . and butterscotch? Scotheroos are chewy cereal bars with a rich peanut butter flavor and topped with melted chocolate. An easy no bake treat!
Course Rice Krispie Treats
Cuisine American
Keyword scotcharoos, scotcheroo recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 24 bars
Calories 249kcal
Author Aimee

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch baking chips

Instructions

  • Line a 13×9 baking dish parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a large pot, over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add in sugar and corn syrup. Mix gently and bring to a bubbling boil. Once boiling, remove from heat immediately.
  • Stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract. Fold in rice krispies cereal. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Press into the dish gently.
  • Allow treats to cool completely, before adding the topping.
  • In a microwave safe bowl (or double boiler), melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips in 20-second intervals, mixing between intervals until smooth.
  • Spread mixture over the bars with a spatula until covered evenly. Allow to set.

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Notes

  • Storage: You can store these treats in the fridge for up to 7 days or on the counter for up to 5 days. Either way, they should be stored in an airtight container. They can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or even cold!
  • Tools: Make sure you have a large enough pot to hold all the Rice Crispies or you will have quite a mess on your hands.
  • Temperature: Keep an eye on the temperature of the sugar mixture—you will need to remove it from the stove very quickly. If you want a softer bar, take it off the heat as soon as it reaches 215-220°F. If you want a chewier bar, you can allow the mixture to cook for 30 more seconds.
  • Warm them Up: If you store these bars in the fridge, I like to pop them in the microwave for 15-30 seconds to warm them up a little bit before I eat them. This softens up the bar without causing the chocolate to get too melty.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar | Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 141mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g

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