Description
These Chocolate Covered Cherry Rice Krispies Treats are an irresistible twist on the classic treat. A gooey, marshmallow base topped with juicy cherries and covered in smooth, rich chocolate. Perfect for holiday parties, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup maraschino cherries, chopped and drained
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and Rice Krispies cereal. Mix well.
- Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch pan and press it down gently to form an even layer.
- Chop cherries and set aside.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate over the Rice Krispies mixture and spread it evenly.
- Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute dark chocolate or white chocolate for a different flavor.
- Refrigerate for a firmer texture or to help the chocolate set faster.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop and Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16-20
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg