Saturday, May 18, 2013

Cereal Krispie Treats

While I was away at college, I ate the typical dorm food and snacks. Cereal for breakfast was the usual. But what else could I make with cereal?....Cereal Krispie Treats!



Cereal Krispie Treats

Simple and yummy snack to make using your favorite cereal and marshmallows.

Prep Time: 10 min

Total Time: 30 min

Yields: 20 servings

Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
  • 4 c mini marshmallows (or 1 package of regular marshmallows 10 oz.)
  • 4-6 c of your favorite cereal (# of cups depends on the cereal, ex. 6 c Rice Krispies)
Baking Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
  2. Add your cereal to the marshmallows. Stir until well coated.
  3. Using a spatula (coated with nonstick cooking spray) evenly press cereal mixture into 9 x 13-in pan also coated with cooking spray.
  4. Let cereal treats cool for 5-10 min. Cut into 20 squares.
  5. To store, place in an airtight container, up to 3 days. 
*Note: For best results, use fresh marshmallows.You can also try mixing two or three cereals together for your Cereal Krispie Treats. These are great for any occasion: bake sales, birthday favors, etc...

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