Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats
Sweet and chewy Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats with freeze-dried strawberries for an elevated flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 oz freeze-dried strawberries
- ¾ stick salted butter (6 tbsp)
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 5 cups crisp rice cereal
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8 baking pan by either greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Blend the freeze-dried strawberries in a blender or small food processor until you achieve a powdery consistency.
- In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the butter completely.
- Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter. Reduce the heat to low and stir until the marshmallows are fully melted.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the powdered freeze-dried strawberries until combined, then add the crisp rice cereal, mixing until the cereal is evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press it down firmly with a piece of parchment paper.
- Allow the treats to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. These treats also freeze well for up to three months.