If you love S'mores, then you're going to love these S'mores Rice Krispie Treats! They're a delicious and gooey twist on the classic Rice Krispie treat, and they're perfect for any occasion. Plus, it's a simple recipe to make - all you need is a few simple ingredients!
S'mores Rice Krispie Treats are a delicious and easy dessert to make. They're perfect for parties, bake sales, or just because you want a sweet treat!
These treats are perfect for a summer picnic or BBQ. You can also make them ahead of time and store them in the freezer for a quick and easy dessert.
If you have leftovers, you can reheat them in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to soften them up before serving. They also freeze well - just wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil and place in the freezer for up to 3 months.
What do s'mores stand for?
S'mores are a classic American dessert that consists of marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers. The name "s'more" is a contraction of the phrase "some more," as in, "Can I have s'more of these delicious treats?"
What kind of chocolate is best for s'mores?
There are lots of different types of chocolate that you can use for s'mores, but the most classic and popular choice is Hershey's chocolate. Other good options include dark chocolate or white chocolate.
What You'll Need
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- Salted butter
- Jumbo marshmallows
- Vanilla extract
- Rice Krispies cereal
- Golden Grahams cereal
- Mini marshmallows
- Hershey's milk chocolate bars
What can I substitute for Golden Grahams?
If you don't have Golden Grahams, you can use a similar cereal, such as Fiber One Honey Squares or Cinnamon Toast Crunch.
How to Make S'mores Rice Krispie Treats
Prepare. Line a 9x9 baking dish with a parchment paper sling, butter, or nonstick cooking spray for easier removal. Set aside. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Assemble. Add jumbo marshmallows to melted butter. Continue to stir and gently melt over medium heat until marshmallows are melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Add rice Krispies, Golden Grahams, and 1 ½ cups of miniature marshmallows. Stir until cereal is evenly coated with melted marshmallow mixture.
Transfer half of the cereal mixture into the prepared pan, then sprinkle with half of the chopped Hershey's bars and half of the remaining cup of mini marshmallows.
Add remaining cereal mixture, then press gently into the pan to compact slightly. Be careful not to compress the treats too much, though, or they will be dense and hard.
Finish. Top with remaining Hershey bars and marshmallows. Cut into small squares to serve.
Tips for Success
Here's how to make sure your S'mores Rice Krispie Treats turn out perfect!
Use parchment paper. You will want to line your baking dish with parchment paper because the Rice Krispie treats are very sticky. This will make it much easier to remove the treats from the pan and cut them into squares.
Do not overcook the marshmallows. It is important not to overcook the marshmallows, or they will be hard and difficult to work with. Instead, stir until they are just melted and smooth.
Add the cereal slowly. Once you add the cereal, you will want to work quickly to mix it in with the marshmallow mixture. Add it a little bit at a time so that it doesn't get too hard to stir.
Do not press too hard. When you are adding the cereal mixture to the pan, be careful not to press down too hard, or the treats will be dense.
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers
These S'mores Rice Krispie Treats are best enjoyed the day they are made. But if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
You can reheat them in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to soften them up a bit before serving.
Can I Freeze This Recipe?
Yes! These S'mores Rice Krispie Treats freeze well.
Wrap them tightly in a layer of plastic wrap, then a layer of aluminum foil, and place them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To thaw, place them on the counter for about 30 minutes or unwrap and place them in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until slightly warm.
What goes well with S'mores?
There are so many delicious things that go well with s'mores! Here are a few of our favorite drinks to pair with S'mores:
- Hot chocolate
- Coffee
- Tea
- Milk
There are also a few other desserts that go great with S'mores too!
- Chocolate cake
- Brownies
- Ice cream
- Cookies
Substitutions and Variations
If you do not have everything on hand for this recipe or would just like to switch it up a bit, here are a few ideas!
Butter – You can use margarine or another type of butter substitute, but the flavor will be slightly different.
Marshmallows – If you do not have marshmallows, you can try using marshmallow fluff or marshmallow creme. You could also use melted chocolate, but it will not be as sticky and may be difficult to work with.
Rice Krispies – Any type of rice cereal will work for this recipe. You could also use corn flakes or another kind of cereal.
Golden Grahams – If you do not have Golden Grahams, you can use crushed graham crackers or even Teddy Grahams.
Chocolate – You can use any type of chocolate that you like. Chocolate chips, chunks, or even a candy bar would be delicious in this recipe!
Are s'mores for summer or winter?
S'mores are traditionally thought of as a summertime treat, but they can really be enjoyed any time of year! In the winter, you can roast marshmallows over a fireplace or even in your oven.
Just preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and place the marshmallows on a baking sheet. Roast for 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and gooey. Then add them to your Rice Krispie Treats!
And of course, this S'more Rice Krispie Treats recipe is perfect for the wintertime as well!
What is the difference between marshmallows and marshmallow fluff?
Marshmallows are made with sugar, corn syrup, gelatin, and water. Marshmallow fluff is made with sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and egg whites.
Marshmallows are more dense and chewy, while marshmallow fluff is fluffy and light. Both can be used in this recipe, but the texture of the treats will be slightly different.
If you want your Rice Krispie Treats to be extra gooey, use marshmallow fluff!
More S'mores Recipes
S'mores Rice Krispies Treats
Ingredients
- 6 Tablespoons salted butter
- 1 (12-ounce) bag jumbo marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups Rice Krispies
- 2 cups Golden Grahams cereal
- 2 ½ cups mini marshmallows, divided (about ½ of a 10-ounce bag)
- 4 Hershey bars, broken up into pieces
Instructions
- Line a 9x9 baking dish with a parchment paper sling or butter for easier removal. Set aside.
- Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add jumbo marshmallows to melted butter. Continue to stir and gently melt over medium heat until marshmallows are melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Add rice krispies, Golden Grahams, and 1 ½ cups of miniature marshmallows. Stir until cereal is evenly coated with melted marshmallow mixture.
- Transfer half of the cereal mixture into the prepared pan, then sprinkle with half of the chopped Hershey's bars and half of the remaining 1 cup of miniature marshmallows.
- Add remaining cereal mixture then press gently into the pan to compact slightly. Be careful not to compress the treats too much though or they will be dense and hard. Top with remaining Hershey's bars and marshmallows.
- Cut into small squares to serve.
Notes
- Storage: These S'mores Rice Krispie Treats are best enjoyed the day they are made. But if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can reheat them in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to soften them up a bit before serving.
- Freezing: Wrap them tightly in a layer of plastic wrap, then a layer of aluminum foil, and place them in the freezer for up to 3 months. To thaw, place them on the counter for about 30 minutes or unwrap and place them in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until slightly warm.
- Rice Krispies: Any type of rice cereal will work for this recipe, although you really want to make sure it is fresh and not stale. You could also use corn flakes or another kind of cereal. You could also replace the amount of rice krispies with all golden grahams. It certainly works, but the texture isn't quite as nice and can kind of cut up your mouth a bit, but some people love them that way.
- Golden Grahams: If you do not have Golden Grahams, you can use broken or crushed graham crackers or even Teddy Grahams or another similar cereal, such as Fiber One Honey Squares or Cinnamon Toast Crunch.
- Chocolate: You can use any type of chocolate that you like. Chocolate chips, chunks, or even a candy bar would be delicious in this recipe! Try elevating these with your favorite Ghiradelli squares or Reese's peanut butter cups for an even more indulgent dessert.
These are the best rice krispy treats I have ever had!! Used milk chocolate chips, Golden Grahams, and a crème brûlée torch to toast the marshmallows on top- that really made them spectacular! Thank you for the recipe 😍
These were amazing, I can’t wait to make them again. I didn’t have milk chocolate, so I used semi-sweet and didn’t go too crazy with it. I used a full pack of graham crackers, broken into smaller pieces. I added some sea salt to that butter/marshmallow mixture and to the top of the final product. I really love what the vanilla does to it! I also used a kitchen torch to roast the marshmallows on top, and that totally elevated it. Delicious!
Good idea with the torch! Sounds like you made a delicious batch!