Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats

I think the most basic sweet treat is the Rice Krispies Treat.  It's simple and super easy to make (and eat).  I remember making them in the summer at the cabin with my grandma.  The are perfect for summer days because you don't have to turn on the oven!

Yesterday, I was in the mood for something sweet (no surprise), not messy, and chocolaty (no surprise).  Rice Krispies + chocolate chips. Done.

Ingredients:
3 Tbs. butter or margarine
10 oz. marshmallows
6 cups of Rice Krispies Cereal {for my gluten free friend- they make these gluten free now!}
1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips {you can also use Coco Krispies, but I prefer this method}

Directions:
In a saucepan, over medium heat, melt margarine.  Add marshmallows and chocolate chips to melted butter and stir constantly {no burned chocolate here} until melted and smooth.

Remove from heat and stir in Rice Krispies.  Pour mix into a well greased 9x13 pan.  Sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top then press the mix into the pan.

I use a freezer bag to "protect" my hand as I smooth and press the treats into the pan, my grandma used the paper wrapper from the butter, you can also use a spatula.

Let cool. Cut into bars. Enjoy!

There are a million other ways to make these... for more inspiration check here: Kellog's Website

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