Do you have a bag of regular marshmallows and want to make rice crispy treats? No worries! You don't need mini marshmallows, I've got you covered with this recipe for rice crispy treats with regular marshmallows.
6tablespoonsunsalted buttersalted butter works fine if you prefer a little salt in your treats
40regular marshmallowsThis recipe is for regular (also sometimes called large) marshmallows. Refer to the photo in the post if you are unsure if your marshmallows are large or jumbo.
1teaspoonpure vanilla extract
1pinchsalt
6cupsrice cereal
Instructions
Measure your rice cereal out in a large mixing bowl. Set it aside.
Spray a large cooking pot with non stick spray. Next, slice your butter and add it to the pot. Cook on low until the butter is melted.
Add your marshmallows and cook them on medium-low until they are completely dissolved in the butter. Be careful not to raise the temperature too much. Cook them low and slow while frequently stirring.
Once the marshmallows are completely melted add the vanilla extract and stir well.
Pour over the rice cereal. Using a spatula mix it well and then transfer it to a greased 9 x 13 inch pan.
Let rest one hour before cutting and serving. Do not refrigerate.
Notes
This recipe is for regular marshmallows, not jumbo and not mini marshmallows. Make sure you are using regular ones. There is a comparison in the post you can refer to if you are unsure.
Cook on medium low and stir, stir, stir! Since the marshmallows are large they take a little longer to melt down.
Use fresh ingredients. Both rice cereal and marshmallows can go stale easily. Old marshmallows can make the treats come out too hard.
Do not press the rice cereal down with your hands, it makes the treats hard.
Do not refrigerate these treats or they will harden.