Microwave Rice Krispie Treats are a quick and easy treat.
Made with just four simple ingredients—marshmallows, butter, vanilla, and crispy rice cereal—these sweet, chewy squares are a kid (and adult!) favorite. Whether you’re making them for a party, as a snack, or just for fun, they come together in minutes with no baking required!
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I love baking in the kitchen with my son and this is a perfect starter treat to make. By making the Rice Krispie treats in the microwave, it removes the danger of working on the stove for kiddos making it the perfect treat for them to help prepare in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- Marshmallows: The trick is to use fresh marshmallows for the softest Rice Krispie squares. While mini marshmallows melt more quickly and evenly, you can use regular-sized marshmallows too. You’ll need about 10 oz of regular marshmallows if substituting.
- Butter
- Vanilla
- Rice Krispies
You will also need a large microwave-safe bowl and a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
How to Make Microwave Rice Krispie Treats
- Melt marshmallows and butter.
- Stir in vanilla and Rice Krispies cereal.
- Press into baking pan and allow to cool.
Want homemade rice crispy treats but know you will eat the whole pan? This recipe halves very well. Use 3 cups of mini marshmallows, 2 tablespoons of butter, and 3 cups of Rice Krispies. Follow the instructions and press into a 9 x 9-inch pan.
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Microwave Rice Krispie Treats
Equipment
- microwave safe large bowl
- 9×13 baking pan
Ingredients
- 6 cups mini marshmallows
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
- In a large microwave safe bowl, heat mini marshmallows and butter on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes.
- Remove from microwave, stir in vanilla, and mix until smooth.
- Add Rice Krispies cereal and stir until well coated.
- Using a lightly greased spatula, press into prepared pan and cool completely.
Nutrition
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