rice crispy treats

Marshmallow cereal bars

Rice Crispy Treats are a sweet snack made by binding puffed rice cereal with melted marshmallows and butter, then pressing the mixture into a pan and cutting it into bars or squares.

The name comes from Kellogg's Rice Krispies cereal, though any puffed rice works.

They're a staple of American potlucks, bake sales, and childhood kitchens—simple enough for kids to make: We made rice crispy treats for the school fundraiser.

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Known to kids · Mostly American · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G