The Original Rice Krispies Treats™ Protein Recipe
Make a protein treat with 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal, melted butter, and marshmallows. Mix, press into a pan, and let cool before cutting into bars. Use parchment paper or grease to reduce clean-up. Try new flavors with candies or frosting, or use a smaller pan for thicker treats. Always check for allergens on product labels.
- Protein version of classic Rice Krispies Treats™: Made with marshmallows, butter, and 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal. Add optional vanilla for extra flavor. Tips include lining pans, greasing utensils for a quick cleanup. Suggest fun mix-ins like candies, frosting, or thicker treats with a smaller pan. Check allergens/products labels.
This classic, delicious snack has been making memories for kids and parents alike for generations.
Ingredients
- 50 ml or 1/4 cup margarine or butter
- 1.25 L or 5 cups miniature or 40 regular (250 g pkg) marshmallows
- 2 ml or 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1.5 L or 6 cups Rice Krispies* cereal
Directions
Make a protein treat with 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal, melted butter, and marshmallows. Mix, press into a pan, and let cool before cutting into bars. Use parchment paper or grease to reduce clean-up. Try new flavors with candies or frosting, or use a smaller pan for thicker treats. Always check for allergens on product labels.
- Protein version of classic Rice Krispies Treats™: Made with marshmallows, butter, and 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal. Add optional vanilla for extra flavor. Tips include lining pans, greasing utensils for a quick cleanup. Suggest fun mix-ins like candies, frosting, or thicker treats with a smaller pan. Check allergens/products labels.
- In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Microwave cooking times may vary.
- Stir in vanilla. Add KELLOGG'S® RICE KRISPIES® cereal. Stir until well coated.
- Using buttered spatula, press into a 3 1/2 L OR 13" x 9" buttered pan.
- Cool. Cut into bars.
Note
In keeping with good allergy practices, we remind you to be aware of allergens and to check labels on any packaged goods used. This recipe has been tested using Kellogg's* products. Results with other products may vary.
Tips
Mess and Clean-Up
- You can line your baking pan with parchment paper or waxed paper to cut down on mess.
- Grease your spatula or spoon before combining the melted ingredients with the Rice Kripies cereal.
- When pressing down the treats, to avoid sticky fingers. Try wetting your hands, using the butter stick wrapper or waxed paper.
Recipe Hacks
- The (optional) vanilla extract enances the taste of the treats.
- Use a smaller pan to make thicker treats.
- Add candies or frosting for easy decorations.
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