Dessert for 16
Classic Cereal Treats
Melted butter and marshmallows coat crispy rice cereal, creating soft bars that cool and firm in a pan.
Typical price
$1.94for 4 servings
$0.48 per serving$1.94 for 4
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Photo: natashaskitchen.com
- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 16servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianKid-friendlyBudgetDesserts
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 4 oz | $1.60Typical price |
| Marshmallows and candy$0.25/oz typical | 16 oz | $4.00Typical price |
| Cereal and granola$0.20/oz typical | 11 oz | $2.10Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $7.74 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoaSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter
- 16 oz mini marshmallows
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 7 cups crispy rice cereal
Steps
- Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat for 2 minutes.
- Add the marshmallows and salt, then stir for 5 minutes until completely smooth.
- Remove the pot from the heat, stir in the vanilla, and fold in the cereal.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch pan and cool for 15 minutes.
- Cut the treats into squares.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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