Who doesn’t love a classic S’more? With those gooey marshmallows, crispy graham crackers, and melty chocolate, it makes for the perfect treat. And, speaking of classics, who doesn’t love the classic Rice Krispies treat? But, what if you put the two together. Doesn’t that sound like the perfect combination?
A Classic Treat With a Twist
S’mores Rice Krispies takes the best parts of a S’more and combines them with the classic Rice Krispies to create a perfect blend of gooey, crunchy, and chocolatey goodness. They’re easy to make, customizable, and perfect for any occasion. So, let’s take both of these classic treats and give it a twist, allowing you to enjoy that S’mores taste without the hassle of a campfire.
Ingredients You’ll Need (and Why)
Rice Cereal: provides the crunch texture to the Rice Krispies Treats; you can use either a name brand or generic version of cereal.
Graham Crackers: adds the traditional S’mores flavor. Crush the graham crackers by hand, leaving some larger pieces for added texture.
Chocolate: adding chocolate gives a rich flavor to these treats. This recipe uses both a chocolate bar and chocolate chips, but you can use one over the other. Add more or less based on your taste preferences.
Marshmallows: provides the gooey sweetness and chewy texture. Be sure to save some extras for the top.
Butter: binds the ingredients together and adds a creamy texture. While I prefer unsalted butter, either salted or unsalted butter works for this recipe.
Vanilla: enhances the overall flavor of the Rice Krispies treat.
Helpful Baking Tools
Baking Pan: use an 8” baking pan for nicely shaped treats (a larger pan will produce a thinner treat). Line your pan with parchment paper to easily remove treats or use cooking spray.
Measuring Cups and Spoons: measure larger ingredients with measuring cups and smaller ingredients, like vanilla, measuring spoons. Or, use a kitchen scale and weigh ingredients.
Mixing Bowl: use a large bowl to combine all ingredients together.
Pot: a medium-sized pot is needed to melt the butter and marshmallows.
Spatula or Spoon: a heat-resistant spatula or wooden spoon can be used to mix all ingredients together and to spread the mixture in the pan.
Food Storage Bags: optional, but food storage bags are great for crushing graham crackers or using it to drizzle chocolate on the treats.
Simple Tips for the Perfect Treat
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these S’mores Rice Krispies Treats. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can create the perfect treat every time.
- Balance the sweetness. Adding a pinch of salt will help balance out the sweetness of the marshmallows and chocolate.
- Intensify the flavor. For a more intense S’mores flavor, try toasting the marshmallows slightly before adding them to the mixture. Or, top the entire S’mores Rice Krispies with marshmallows before cutting and use a kitchen torch or the broiler to toast the marshmallows. Cool completely before cutting.
- Make individual treats. To make individual S’mores Rice Krispies treats, press the mixture into a muffin tin. Top each treat with mini marshmallows and chocolate chips. Don’t forget to add a drizzle of chocolate, too.
- Store treats properly. Store S’mores Rice Krispies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the refrigerator for up to one week.
How to Make S’mores Rice Krispies Treats
A S’mores Rice Krispies treat combines the classic flavors and textures of a traditional S’more with the familiar and comforting Rice Krispie treat. This delicious twist has the right combination of crunchy cereal, gooey marshmallows and chocolatey goodness that creates a unique treat that is not only nostalgic, but also indulgent.
1. Melt butter. Add marshmallows to melted butter and stir until the mixture is smooth. Add vanilla.
2. Pour mixture over the cereal, crushed graham crackers, chocolate and mini marshmallows. Stir together.
3. Place into the pan and press down the mixture. Drizzle melted chocolate on top and add extra marshmallows; chill to set.
4. Chill or leave on the counter to set. Once firm, cut into squares. Enjoy or store in a container.
Simple Fall Baking
Whether you are a fan of S’mores or simply looking for a new fall dessert to try, these are sure to be a hit. So, grab your ingredients and get baking. For more S’mores, these Dipped S’mores Marshmallows are easy to make and perfectly delicious. Or, for another no-bake bar, give these Maple and Oat Cereal Bars a try. Happy fall baking!
S'mores Rice Krispies Treats
Ingredients
- 4 cups (130g) rice cereal
- 2 cups (125g) graham crackers (broken/crushed)
- 1 bar (43g) chocolate bar
- 1/2 cup (94g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (can use two bars of chocolate instead)
- 1 bag (283g) mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup (43g) extra mini marshmallows (reserve 1/4 cup for the top) (dehydrated mini marshmallows can be used instead)
- 1/4 cup (57g) butter
- 1/4 cup almond bark, melted (use more or less based on your preference)
Instructions
- Line the bottom of an 8x8" baking pan with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Place graham crackers into a food storage bag and crush into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, add the rice cereal, crushed graham crackers, chocolate and ¼ cup of mini marshmallows together. Stir to combine, set aside.
- Add the butter to a medium-sized pot. Over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, remove from heat. Add one 10 ounce bag of mini marshmallows to the pot. Place the pot back on the stove on low heat, stirring until the marshmallows are fully melted. Remove from heat; add vanilla and stir.
- Pour the melted marshmallows over the cereal, graham crackers, chocolate and extra marshmallows. Stir to coat evenly.
- Place the mixture into your pan. Spray hands with cooking spray (or wet hands lightly with water) and press the mixture down into the pan.
- Melt about ¼ cup of chocolate almond bark, about 2 blocks of chocolate, in a microwavable bowl at 50% power for about 30 seconds until melted. Place melted chocolate into a pastry bag or food storage bag, cut a small corner off and drizzle across the top of the S’mores Rice Krispies. Add extra mini or dehydrated marshmallows on top of the chocolate drizzle.
- Chill treats in the refrigerator for 10 minutes until firm. Cut into squares. Store in an airtight container.
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Looks yummy!