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Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Baking Tips

For extra chocolate flavor, use chocolate-flavored crispy rice cereal as the base

Fresh marshmallows work best - stale ones won't melt as smoothly

Melt the mixture over low heat to prevent scorching or crystallization

Don't press the mixture too firmly into the pan - this can make the treats too dense and hard

For cleaner cuts, lightly spray your knife with cooking spray between slices

Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding mix-ins like mini chocolate chips to prevent complete melting

For chewy treats, use fresh marshmallows and don't overheat the mixture

Work quickly once the marshmallows are melted as the mixture hardens as it cools

For holiday versions, add themed sprinkles or colored chocolate drizzles

For a richer flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder instead of regular

Chocolate Rice Treats

Name: Chocolate Rice Treats
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 24 squares
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Base:; 6 cups crispy rice cereal; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 10 oz (1 bag) marshmallows, regular or mini; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted; 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Optional Mix-ins (choose up to 1 cup total):; 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (for extra chocolate pockets); 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or almonds); 1/2 cup crushed chocolate cookies; 1/3 cup toffee bits; 1/3 cup mini M&Ms or other chocolate candies; 1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberries; 1/4 cup shredded coconut; Optional Toppings:; 1/2 cup melted chocolate (dark, milk, or white) for drizzling; 1/4 cup colored sprinkles; 1/4 cup crushed candy canes (for holiday version); 2 tablespoons sea salt flakes (for sweet-salty version); Equipment:; 9x13 inch baking pan; Large pot or Dutch oven; Wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula; Measuring cups and spoons; Parchment paper or cooking spray; Rubber spatula (for pressing mixture into pan); Sharp knife (for cutting treats)

These Chocolate Rice Treats elevate the classic crispy rice cereal treats with rich chocolate flavor in an easy-to-make, nostalgic dessert. A medium-difficulty recipe that requires attention to temperature and timing, these treats combine crispy rice cereal with gooey marshmallows, melted chocolate, and butter for a chewy, chocolatey delight. Perfect for bake sales, after-school snacks, or party dessert platters, they're customizable with various mix-ins and toppings. Prepare these crowd-pleasing treats in under 30 minutes for a quick sweet fix that appeals to both children and adults alike, offering the perfect balance of chocolate indulgence and satisfying crunch in every bite.

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

10 Minutes

Total Time

20 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Base:

6 cups crispy rice cereal

5 tablespoons unsalted butter

10 oz (1 bag) marshmallows, regular or mini

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional Mix-ins (choose up to 1 cup total):

1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (for extra chocolate pockets)

1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or almonds)

1/2 cup crushed chocolate cookies

1/3 cup toffee bits

1/3 cup mini M&Ms or other chocolate candies

1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberries

1/4 cup shredded coconut

Optional Toppings:

1/2 cup melted chocolate (dark, milk, or white) for drizzling

1/4 cup colored sprinkles

1/4 cup crushed candy canes (for holiday version)

2 tablespoons sea salt flakes (for sweet-salty version)

Equipment:

9x13 inch baking pan

Large pot or Dutch oven

Wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula

Measuring cups and spoons

Parchment paper or cooking spray

Rubber spatula (for pressing mixture into pan)

Sharp knife (for cutting treats)

Instructions

Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal. Alternatively, coat generously with cooking spray. Set aside.

Measure the crispy rice cereal into a large bowl and set aside.

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium-low heat.

Once butter is melted, add marshmallows and stir constantly until they begin to melt. Reduce heat to low to prevent scorching.

When marshmallows are about 75% melted, add the sifted cocoa powder and chocolate chips. Continue stirring until mixture is completely smooth and well combined.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.

Immediately add the crispy rice cereal to the pot. Using a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula, fold gently but quickly until all cereal is evenly coated with the chocolate marshmallow mixture.

If using any mix-ins, fold them in now while the mixture is still warm and sticky.

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Using a rubber spatula lightly coated with cooking spray, press the mixture evenly into the pan. Apply gentle pressure to compact the treats without crushing the cereal.

If using any toppings like chocolate drizzle or sprinkles, add them now while the surface is still slightly warm.

Allow the treats to cool completely at room temperature, about 1-2 hours, before cutting into squares.

Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the treats from the pan. Cut into 24 squares using a sharp knife, cleaning the blade between cuts for neat edges.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Chocolate Rice Treats

JUE

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