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A brown sugar rice crispy treat on a white background next to a small bowl of brown sugar.
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Brown Sugar Rice Crispy Treats

These Brown Sugar Rice Crispy Treats are hands down the best rice crispy treats you'll ever eat! The brown sugar takes a classic recipe to the next level of yum.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 9 large treats
Calories: 439kcal
Author: Audrey Wood
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 9 x 13 inch pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large pot

Ingredients

  • 8 cups rice cereal such as Rice Krispies
  • 16 ounces mini marshmallows (divided - set aside one cup to mix in with the cereal)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick of butter)
  • 1 cup brown sugar I used light brown sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Grease a 9 x 13 inch pan and set aside.
  • Measure out your rice cereal and one cup of marshmallows. Add them to a large bowl and gently mix.
    8 cups rice cereal, 16 ounces mini marshmallows (divided - set aside one cup to mix in with the cereal)
  • In a large pot, melt the butter then add the remaining mini marshmallows. Stir continuously until everything is well combined. Keep the heat on medium or medium high. Melt everything slowly and stir continuously.
    16 ounces mini marshmallows (divided - set aside one cup to mix in with the cereal), ½ cup unsalted butter
  • Add in the brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract.
    1 cup brown sugar, ⅛ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pour the mixture over the rice cereal and marshmallows and gently stir until everything is combined.
  • Add the mixture to your greased pan and gently pat into place. You can spray your hands with non-stick spray or use a spatula. Do not press too hard or it will cause your treats to be tough/hard. Let them sit for at least one hour before serving.

Notes

Any nutritional information is an estimate by online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Store any leftover rice crispy treats in an airtight container at room temperature. They will be good for up to four days after making.
I do not recommend refrigerating or freezing these treats.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treat (large) | Calories: 439kcal | Carbohydrates: 86g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 1971IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 8mg