Chocolate Covered Rice Krispy Treats (Printable Version)

Gooey marshmallow and crispy cereal bars topped with rich melted chocolate and rainbow sprinkles for the ultimate sweet treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing
02 - 10 ounces mini marshmallows
03 - 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
04 - ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt, optional

→ Chocolate Topping

05 - 1½ cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
06 - 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles or chopped nuts, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Lightly grease an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch square baking pan with butter.
02 - In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
03 - Add mini marshmallows and continue stirring until completely melted and smooth.
04 - Remove from heat and stir in sea salt if using.
05 - Add Rice Krispies cereal and gently fold with a spatula until evenly coated.
06 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Using a buttered spatula or hands, press the mixture evenly and firmly into the pan.
07 - Let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
08 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and oil. Microwave on medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and glossy.
09 - Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled Rice Krispies layer. Spread evenly with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
10 - Immediately sprinkle with rainbow sprinkles or chopped nuts if desired.
11 - Allow the treats to set at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or refrigerate for 20-30 minutes until the chocolate is firm.
12 - Once set, lift the block from the pan using parchment overhang if used or invert onto a cutting board. Cut into 12-16 bars with a sharp knife.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It uses just a handful of pantry staples and comes together faster than most cookies.
  • The chocolate coating transforms a simple snack into something that feels bakery special.
  • Everyone from kids to coworkers lights up when they see these on a platter.
02 -
  • Press the cereal mixture firmly into the pan, or the bars will crumble when you cut them.
  • Stir the melting chocolate gently and stop as soon as it's smooth, because overheating makes it grainy and dull.
  • If the chocolate sets too fast, warm it for a few seconds before spreading it over the base.
03 -
  • Line your pan with parchment paper so you can lift the whole block out in one piece and skip the struggle of cutting in the pan.
  • If you want a thicker chocolate layer, double the chocolate and oil amounts for an extra indulgent coating.
  • Warm your knife under hot water and dry it before each cut for the cleanest edges and smoothest slices.
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