Rice Krispie Bars
Just about every American kid (and presumably more than a few non-American kids) has eaten Rice Krispie Squares (or do you call them Rice Krispie Treats?) on at least one occasion. Easy enough for kids to make and fun to eat, they've become a classic in the cookie world.
You can melt the marshmallows and butter in a pan on the stove, but microwaving them is cooler.
You can melt the marshmallows and butter in a pan on the stove, but microwaving them is cooler.
Ingredients
At a glance
Bar cookies and squares
No bake cookies
Makes
16 bars
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine
- 4 cups miniature marshmallows
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Steps
Generously butter a 9-by-13-inch pan.
Place butter and marshmallows in a large microwave-proof bowl. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, or until marshmallows are melting. Stir, then continue microwaving for 1 to 2 minutes, until marshmallows are completely melted. Stir until smooth, then stir in the vanilla. Add the cereal until completely coated with the marshmallow mixture.
Scrape the mixture into the buttered pan and press evenly over the bottom of the pan.
Let cool, then cut into large bars (about 2 1/4 by 3 1/4 inches) using a sharp knife dipped in warm water.
Place butter and marshmallows in a large microwave-proof bowl. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, or until marshmallows are melting. Stir, then continue microwaving for 1 to 2 minutes, until marshmallows are completely melted. Stir until smooth, then stir in the vanilla. Add the cereal until completely coated with the marshmallow mixture.
Scrape the mixture into the buttered pan and press evenly over the bottom of the pan.
Let cool, then cut into large bars (about 2 1/4 by 3 1/4 inches) using a sharp knife dipped in warm water.
Additional tips
Store: On a plate, covered with plastic wrap. For best results, wrap individually.
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