Making Rice Krispie Treats with your homemade marshmallow adds a personalized touch to this classic dessert. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Ingredients
- Homemade Marshmallow: Use your freshly prepared batch. About 8-10 oz of marshmallow should suffice for a standard recipe.
- Rice Krispies Cereal: Approximately 6 cups.
- Butter: 3 tablespoons for greasing and flavoring.
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper.
- Melt Butter: In a large pot, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over low heat.
- Add Homemade Marshmallow: Stir in your homemade marshmallows. Mix continuously until they’re fully melted and smooth.
- Incorporate Cereal: Gradually add Rice Krispies cereal into the melted marshmallow mixture. Fold gently but thoroughly to coat the cereal evenly.
- Transfer to Pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Grease your hands or a spatula with butter and press the mixture gently and evenly into the pan. Don’t compact it too tightly, as this can make the treats overly dense.
- Cool and Set: Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour.
- Cut and Serve: Slice into squares or rectangles and enjoy!
Tips for Success
- Flavor Variations: Add vanilla extract, sea salt, or even cocoa powder to your marshmallow mixture for extra flavor.
- Mix-Ins: Fold in chocolate chips, sprinkles, or small candies for a fun twist.
- Storage: Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Your homemade marshmallow will likely add a richer, fresher flavor to the treats compared to store-bought alternatives. Let me know if you’d like variations or further adjustments!
