These Small Batch Rice Krispie Treats are super delicious, filled with gooey marshmallows, easy to make, and perfect for two to four people! They’re the best thick and soft cereal treats ever and are made in a 6-inch square pan.
Table of Contents
- Why I love this recipe
- Expert Tips
- Recipe FAQs
- Process shots for a Small Batch of Rice Krispie Treats
- You may also enjoy
Why I love this recipe
These Rice Krispie Treats use just 5 ingredients and come out very thick and gooey and taste great. It’s one of our favorite desserts.
Need a main dish to go with it? Try this Almond Crusted Chicken and Tomato Salad or this Crockpot Cornish Game Hens and Veggies Recipe.
Expert Tips
Do not compact the treats when pressing them into the pan, or they become too hard.
Butter substitute for Rice Krispie treats – Coconut Oil, Dairy-Free Buttery Spread, Vegan Butter, Margarine, Canola Oil, Vegetable Oil, or Olive Oil.
Store leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container for up to one week. For longer storage, they can be frozen for up to several months.
Recipe FAQs
Rice Krispies treats do freeze well. Wrap the treats in wax paper and place them inside an airtight container. Place the treats in the freezer for up to 6 weeks. Let them thaw at room temperature for about an hour before serving.
Yes, Rice Krispies Treats are typically nut-free.
Process shots for a Small Batch of Rice Krispie Treats
You may also enjoy
- Fudgy Brownies
- Brownies with Raspberry Sauce
- Fruit Brownie Pizza
- Easy Peanut Butter Fudge
- Jack Daniel’s Whiskey Fudge
- Scotcheroos without Corn Syrup
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Small Batch Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 20 large Marshmallows (regular size, not mini)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ Tablespoon milk
- 3 cups Rice Krispie Cereal
Instructions
How to make Small Batch Rice Krispie Treats
- Line a 6×6 baking pan with parchment paper cut into a 6×10 inch strip, then spray lightly with non-stick spray. Alternatively, you can grease or butter the entire pan.
- Slowly melt the butter in a large skillet on low heat.
- Once the butter is melted, add the vanilla and marshmallows. Melt the marshmallows slowly but not fully melted. You want it slightly lumpy.
- Add the milk and stir to combine. Turn off the heat.
- Add the Rice Krispies Cereal. Stir until the cereal is fully coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Dump into the prepared baking pan. Use a greased spatula to spread out the treats and press down just a little bit. Do not compact them or they become rock-hard.
- Allow to fully chill in the fridge, for about 30 minutes.
- Then cut into 4 – 6 pieces.
Notes
- Do not compact the treats when pressing them into the pan, or they become too hard.
- Butter substitute for rice Krispie treats – Coconut Oil, Dairy-Free Buttery Spread, Vegan Butter, Margarine, Canola Oil, Vegetable Oil, or Olive Oil.
- Store leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container for up to one week.
- For longer storage, they can be frozen for up to several months. Wrap the treats in wax paper and place them inside an airtight container. Place the treats in the freezer for up to 6 weeks. Let them thaw at room temperature for about an hour before serving.
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teachermrw
Saturday 30th of March 2019
Hi! Can I use an 8 X 8 pan?
Zona
Wednesday 3rd of April 2019
Hi teachermrw, yes you could use an 8 x 8 pan. The treats will be a bit less thick/tall. Enjoy!
Cc
Monday 1st of January 2018
Hello, just wondering if you used big or small marshmallows? We have small ones on hand & about how many small ones do we use? Thanks.
Zona
Monday 1st of January 2018
Hi, I used large marshmallows. For small marshmallows, it would be about 2 3/4 cups. Let me know how they turn out for you. Thanks for your question!