Dessert for 12
Rice Crispy Treats
Buttery melted marshmallows coat crisp rice cereal before the mixture cools into chewy bars.
Typical price
$2.39for 4 servings
$0.60 per serving$2.39 for 4
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- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 12servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 3 oz | $1.20Typical price |
| Marshmallows and candy$0.25/oz typical | 15 oz | $3.75Typical price |
| Cereal and granola$0.20/oz typical | 11 oz | $2.10Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $7.16 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilCornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoa
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 6 tbsp salted butter
- 15 oz miniature marshmallows
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 7 cups rice krispies® cereal
Steps
- Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the marshmallows and vanilla for 4 minutes, until smooth.
- Fold in the cereal, press the mixture into the dish, and cool it for 6 minutes.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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