Description
These Cherry Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, featuring a chewy, gooey texture that melts in your mouth. The sweet and slightly tart flavor of cherries perfectly complements the buttery marshmallow base, creating a treat that’s both nostalgic and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Quickly add the Rice Krispies cereal and chopped dried cherries, mixing until well coated.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, using a spatula to flatten it evenly.
- Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Make-ahead: These treats can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- Storage: Keep at room temperature to maintain their chewy texture.
- Substitutions: Use fresh cherries instead of dried for a juicier treat, or swap out Rice Krispies for a gluten-free cereal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 2x2 inches)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 50 milligrams
- Fat: 5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 24 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 10 milligrams
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