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Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats cut into squares on a plate.

Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 242 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 10.5 ounces mini marshmallows
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • Additional 1/2 cup mini marshmallows optional

Instructions
 

  • Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and unsweetened cocoa powder. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and melted.
    Stirring melted butter, marshmallows, and cocoa for Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract and chocolate chips until they are melted and evenly combined.
  • Gradually add the Rice Krispies cereal to the pot, stirring until all the cereal is evenly coated. If using, fold in the additional mini marshmallows, leaving them mostly whole but softened.
    Adding cereal to chocolate mixture for Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats.
  • Using buttered hands or a spatula, press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Allow it to cool at room temperature for about 2 hours before cutting into squares and serving.
    Pressing the Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats mixture into a prepared pan.

Nutrition

Calories: 242kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 95mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats
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