Make these easy Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats in no time at all!

Everyone loves the classic, gooey Rice Krispie treat and this simple recipe just takes it up a notch. Adding chocolate chips to melted marshmallows is the perfect way to create a new favorite hand held dessert.

So keep those childhood memories alive with this tasty recipe.

Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats cut into squares with one on the top

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Best Chocolate Treat!

Chocolate Rice Krispy Treats are super tasty and so easy to make!
Using simple pantry ingredients and with just 10 minutes to prep, these Rice Krispie treats with chocolate can be ready to enjoy.
Make this no bake recipe on hot summer days when a sweet tooth craving hits and the oven should not be turned on.
Kids and adults alike will love these chocolatey treats. Perfect for any occasion, or any time of day. Enjoy with a cold glass of milk, or a hot cup of coffee.

ingredients, labeled, to make Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats on a wooden board

What’s In Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats?

The basic ingredients for the classic treat are used in this recipe.

Crisp rice cereal, marshmallows, butter and vanilla are used in this recipe, and are pantry staples that every home baker should have on hand at all times!
Be sure to use fresh Rice Krispie cereal and soft marshmallows for the best results.
With a simple addition of chocolate chips, this recipe becomes a gooey favorite! Use dark chocolate or semi sweet chocolate chips, depending on the desired sweetness level. Or use peanut butter or butterscotch chips in place of chocolate for a new taste variation.

Note: Add in’s can include colorful sprinkles throughout the mixture or over the top, chopped nuts, or even drizzle the top with a white or chocolate glaze.

a pot with melted marshmallows, to make Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats, with some vanilla, a bowl with Rice Krispies and a bowl with chocolate chips on the side

chocolate chips added to a pot with melted marshmallows, to make Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats, with some vanilla, an empty bowl and a bowl with Rice Krispies on the side

How To Make Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Measure all ingredients, and line a 9×9 inch pan with parchment paper.
Melt butter and marshmallows.
Turn heat to low, add vanilla and chocolate chips. Mix.
Remove from heat, add cereal. Toss to coat.
Press mixture into pan. Once cooled and set, remove using parchment and cut into squares.

Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats mixture piled in a parchment lined pan with a blue towel under the pan

Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats in a parchment lined pan on a wooden board, with chocolate chips and a blue towel on the side

How To Store Marshmallow Treats

These chocolatey treats can be stored at room temperature covered with foil for 4-5 days. Or store them in a zippered bag with parchment between the layers so that they don’t stick together.

Since these do not need to be refrigerated, it is a perfect snack to bring along on a camping trip, on the boat, or on a hike. These gooey treats can also be wrapped individually for easy transport, or to pop into work or school lunches. Why not enjoy it with an afternoon coffee on a cool fall afternoon?

Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats cut into squares on parchment paper, with one on a plate, sitting on a wooden board with a blue cloth and glass of milk on the side

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Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Donnalea

Servings squares

Prep 5

Cook 5

Rest 30

Total 40

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These Rice Krispie treats with chocolate are so easy to make and will become the new summer favorite!

Equipment

9×9 inch pan
large non stick pot
parchment paper
rubber scraper

Ingredients

1 bag marshmallows 250g bag
½ cup butter
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1 Tablespoon vanilla
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal , or other crisp rice cereal
butter to grease hands

Instructions

Prepare a 9×9 inch pan with parchment paper or foil. If using foil, spray with a non-stick spray.
Melt ½ cup butter over medium heat in a large non-stick pot. Add marshmallows and as they melt, stir well to mix with the butter.
Remove from heat, add chocolate chips and vanilla. Stir until combined.
Add Rice Krispies and mix until coated.
Press mixture into pan using greased hands. Do not press too hard, just enough to keep it together.
Allow to cool, then remove from pan with parchment paper (or foil) and cut into squares.

Notes

Line pan with parchment paper, or foil. If using foil, spray with a non stick spray.
Keep treats covered in a sealed container, or wrapped in foil or plastic wrap for 4-5 days at room temperature.
Wrap individually in plastic, then in a zippered bag and keep frozen for 2 months.

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