Rice Krispie Treats with Marshmallow Fluff
Rice Krispie Treats with Marshmallow Fluff are the perfect school snack and can be enjoyed any time of year!
Enjoy them plain or dipped in chocolate and add a few sprinkles. This no bake dessert is an easy treat the whole family will love!
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We all have great memories of coming home to a delicious dish of Rice Krispie marshmallow treats our mom made for us to enjoy.
We used to buy the big box of Rice Krispies so we had enough to make these delicious cereal treats.
These rice krispie treats have a secret ingredient. Well, not so much of a secret ingredient since it’s written in the title – ha!
Can you make Rice Krispie treats with marshmallow fluff?
Yes you can, hope you enjoy this recipe which can also be referred to Rice Krispie treats with marshmallow creme.
The white chocolate and sprinkles were a big hit with our family and I hope that you enjoy them too! Think of them as ‘classic rice krispie treats with a fun twist’.
Traditional Rice Krispie treats are made with marshmallows, however this easy recipe is made with marshmallow fluff.
The fluff makes them a little softer and less chewy than a Rice Krispie treat made with marshmallows.
If you love cereal treats, you may want to try my Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats made the traditional way with marshmallows. They’re perfect for the holiday season.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Easy to make fun Rice Krispie fluff recipe alternative
- The fluff or marshmallow cream makes them much softer than marshmallows
- Fun cereal recipe to customize with the kids help
Ingredients for Rice Crispy treats recipe with fluff
- Rice Krispies
- Marshmallow Fluff
- Vanilla extract
- White or dark chocolate for dipping
- Sprinkles
What is marshmallow fluff?
Marshmallow fluff is otherwise known as marshmallow creme and can be found in most grocery stores. It is typically in the section with the ice cream toppings.
Its a sweet, spreadable marshmallow-like dessert topping that is usually sold in jars or plastic containers.
How to make Rice Krispie treats with marshmallow fluff
You can find a full recipe card with ingredients and instructions at the bottom of this page. I’ve added a few visual photos below to help you along the way with the recipe.
Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray, or grease lightly with butter.
Place Rice Krispies in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over low-medium heat. Stir in marshmallow fluff and continue to cook over low-medium heat for one minute, stirring constantly until the butter is mixed into the marshmallow fluff. Stir in 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla.
Pour marshmallow mixture on top of the Rice Krispies and stir until well combined.
Transfer mixture to prepared 9x-13-inch baking dish. Use a spatula to flatten and smooth out the Rice Krispies mixture.
Cut Rice Krispie treats into squares.
Place white chocolate in a small, microwave-safe mixing bowl. Melt chocolate in microwave by heating for 20 seconds at a time, stirring between intervals, until melted.
Dip one end of the Rice Krispie treat into the melted chocolate, then sprinkle with colored sprinkles. Place on piece of parchment paper until set.
Variations for marshmallow creme Rice Krispies treats
Also make Rice Krispie treats with marshmallow fluff and mini marshmallows, just add 1 1/2 cups of mini marshmallows to this recipe.
Stir in fruity pebbles for fruity pebble rice krispie treats.
There are literally hundreds of variations of flavors for rice krispie treats recipe such as s’mores rice krispie treats, peanut butter honey rice krispie treats and these tasty chocolate rice krispie treats.
Chocolate Rice Krispie treats with marshmallow fluff is another tasty variation to try.
You can also use your kids favorite sprinkles to customize these easy fun cereal treats for a holiday theme or add in some peanut butter.
Top tips for making the best recipe for Rice Krispie treats with fluff
- Use room temperature butter for the best baking results
- Grease your baking dish with butter so you can remove them easily
- Before smoothing out the rice krispie treats, spray your spoon or spatula with a small amount of non-stick baking spray or butter.
Should I use salted or unsalted butter for making the best Rice Krispie treats?
You should use salted butter for Rice Krispie treats. Use unsalted butter if that is what you have on hand as either will work with a Rice Krispie treat recipe.
Can I use a 9×9-inch baking dish to make Rice Krispie treat marshmallow fluff?
Yes you can, use either a 9×9-inch baking dish or a 9×13-inch baking dish.
How long should I wait before cutting Rice Krispie treats?
Wait at least one hour before cutting rice krispie treats to allow time for them to set properly. Then, you will be able to cut them into nice squares.
Storage and freezing instructions for Rice Crispy treats with marshmallow cream
How long do Rice Krispie treats last?
Store Rice Krispie treats in an airtight storage container for 3 to 5 days or in the fridge for 7 days. Separate any layers to prevent sticking with parchment paper.
Can You Freeze Rize Krispie Treats?
Yes you can! These treats also freeze well in a freezer-safe container between layers of parchment paper for 2 to 3 months.
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