Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats
If you like the original Rice Krispie Treats recipe, you will love this homemade chocolate Rice Krispie treats recipe! This dessert is up a notch from the classic Rice Krispie treats with the added decadence of milk chocolate chips, and it’s not just for kids!
Many adults have good memories of eating delicious classic Rice Krispies when growing up, whether it was for an after-school snack, a birthday party, or a special Christmas dessert!
This recipe only requires 4 ingredients and it’s a no-bake dessert!
You can whip up a batch of these Rice Krispie treats in no time, and the best part is that it uses only 4 simple ingredients!
The nice thing is that they are already a familiar and loved special treat, so why not give it a fun twist and add milk chocolate for those chocolate lovers in your life?!
While you are making chocolate treats, why not make my easy Christmas chocolate covered pretzel rods, which also require no baking, or my mouthwatering Christmas toffee! You won’t regret it!
What Are Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats?
Rice Krispie treats were invented in 1939 with only 3 ingredients, including rice cereal, marshmallows, and butter.
These Rice Krispie treats are the decadent chocolate version made with milk chocolate chips, Rice Krispies cereal, melted butter, and miniature marshmallows!
These cereal treats are best served at room temperature and then cut into squares, so that you can enjoy these gooey marshmallow crispy treats!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Not only are these treats perfect for your own family, they are a fun treat to gift your friends or someone who has just moved into your neighborhood.
- Try adding these delicious treats to your annual cookie exchange, displaying them on a tray for a holiday party, or just as holiday treats for the special people in your life.
- These Krispy treats are incredibly easy to make and easily customized to fit any occasion. You can use festive sprinkles on top for the Fourth of July or Christmas. Be creative and have fun with it!
- This recipe only takes about 10-15 minutes to make and is a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. This would be a great gift for a school teacher, a coach, your child’s Sunday school class, or a music teacher.
- This recipe will remind you of your childhood and you won’t be able to resist the delicious chocolate flavor!
Tell Me About Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats
- Taste– Rich and and sweet melted marshmallows mixed with chocolate makes this dessert extra yummy!
- Texture– These treats are chewy and gooey with each bite!
- Ease– This chocolate Rice Krispie treat is a delightfully quick and easy recipe to make!
- Time– It only takes 10-15 minutes of your time, so it’s easier to fit into your busy schedule.
Ingredients for Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats
- Rice Krispies Cereal– This is the ingredient that gives Rice Krispies treats their substance.
- Mini Marshmallows– Mini marshmallows melt more quickly than large marshmallows, although you can use the large ones if you would like. Make sure you use fresh marshmallows because they are much better.
- Butter– Melted butter adds to the richness of the treat, and binds all of the other ingredients together.
- Milk Chocolate Chips– Milk chocolate is richer than dark or semi-sweet chocolate. It also has milk as part of the ingredients.
Make Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats in 3 Easy Steps
- Melt ingredients in microwave– Melt butter and all but 1 cup of the marshmallows, 30 seconds at a time, stirring every 30 seconds. Once melted, add chocolate chips and stir well.
- Add Rice Krispies and rest of mini marshmallows– Stir these ingredients until all of the cereal is evenly coated in the marshmallow mixture.
- Place the mixture in the baking dish– Add the gooey dough to the buttered 9×13 baking dish and gently press down with your spatula.
Variations for Chocolate Rice Krispies
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips– Not as sweet as milk chocolate chips, these chips are a good option for a less sweet version.
- Unsweetened Cocoa– About a fourth of a cup causes the Rice Krispie treat to taste not as sweet, but would add depth of color and chocolaty flavor to the recipe.
Tips for the Best Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats
- If you add parchment paper or waxed paper to the bottom of the pan it makes it easier to get the Rice Krispie treats out of the pan.
- If you do not have parchment paper, you can either butter the pan or use nonstick cooking spray. Just be sure to butter/spray the bottom and sides of the pan.
- Make sure that you let the treats cool completely before cutting them so that you get a clean cut. I like to wait an hour before slicing and serving.
- When pressing the dough into the baking pan to cool, you can use your hands to gently press it down and spread it out if the dough is too sticky for the spatula.
Add-Ins for Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats
- M&M’s– These candies would add color and more chocolaty goodness to the dessert! Just sprinkle them on top.
- Peanut Butter– Peanut butter lovers would love to have a little peanut butter added to the treats!
- Sea Salt– You can sprinkle sea salt on top of the treats after they are pressed into the pan.
- Caramel Sauce– What could be better than chocolate and caramel together?
- Chocolate Sauce– This can be drizzled on top of the treats before eating as well. Delicious!
How to Store Leftover Rice Krispie Treats
You can store the leftover treats in an airtight container on the counter for up to one week.
If you store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container, it’s a good idea to wrap each treat in plastic wrap. You can store them for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can. Individually wrap each one in plastic wrap and then store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Yes, just melt the butter first and then add the other ingredients into the pan. Spray a large bowl with non-stick spray before putting the Rice Krispies in, and then pour the other ingredients in and mix.
Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Chocolate Rice Krisipie Treats
Equipment
- 1 glass bowl large
- 1 microwave
- 1 spatula
- 1 9×13 baking dish
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies
- 16 oz mini marshmallows
- 6 tbsp butter melted
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large glass bowl, add your butter and all but 1 cup of the marshmallows. Microwave 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between each 30 second interval.
- Once the butter and marshmallows are completely melted, add your cup of chocolate chips. Stir well.
- Add in the 6 cups of Rice Krispies and the reserved 1 cup of mini marshmallows. Stir until well combined and all of the cereal is evenly coated in the marshmallow mixture.
- Prepare a 9×13 baking dish by buttering the bottom and the sides.
- Dump the treat dough into the dish and gently press down with your spatula. If it's too sticky, get your hand damp and press dough with a lightly damp hand.
- Let the chocolate Rice Krispies set up for an hour before slicing and serving.
Notes
- If you add parchment paper or waxed paper to the bottom of the pan it makes it easier to get the Rice Krispie treats out of the pan.
- If you do not have parchment paper, you can either butter the pan or use nonstick cooking spray. Just be sure to butter/spray the bottom and sides of the pan.
- Make sure that you let the treats cool completely before cutting them so that you get a clean cut. I like to wait an hour before slicing and serving.
- When pressing the dough into the baking pan to cool, you can use your hands to gently press it down and spread it out if the dough is too sticky for the spatula.
