Chocolate Covered Rice Krispy (Printable)

Crispy cereal, gooey marshmallow, and rich chocolate combine for a delightful crunch-and-melt experience, perfect for any gathering.

# Components:

→ Base

01 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing pan
02 - 1 package (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
03 - 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
04 - ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Chocolate Topping

05 - 1 ½ cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
06 - 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles or chopped nuts

# Method:

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.
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 Krispy 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 or invert onto a cutting board. Cut into 12–16 bars with a sharp knife.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chocolate layer adds a sophisticated touch while keeping that nostalgic crunch
  • These come together in under 30 minutes but look like you spent hours perfecting them
  • They travel beautifully and survive even the most chaotic potluck journeys
02 -
  • Press the cereal mixture firmly but gently, or you will end up with crumbly bars that fall apart when you try to cut them
  • Let the melted chocolate cool slightly before pouring, or it will slide right off the sides of your treats
03 -
  • Line your pan with parchment paper leaving overhang on two sides, and you can lift the whole block out easily like a canvas
  • Work quickly once the marshmallows are melted, or they will start to set and become impossible to spread
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