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Lemon Rice Krispy Treats

Lemon Rice Krispy Treats with a Zesty White Chocolate Twist

Lemon Rice Krispy Treats with a refreshing twist of lemon and white chocolate.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 treats
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Treats
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows can substitute with vegan marshmallows for a dairy-free option
  • 10 oz Yellow Lemon-Flavored Mini Marshmallows adds citrus flavor and vibrant color
  • ¼ cup Butter can substitute with margarine for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Zest freshly grated for optimal taste
  • 1 tsp Lemon Extract optional for more lemon flavor
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal any puffed cereal can be used in a pinch
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips dark chocolate can be an alternative

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch Baking Pan
  • saucepan
  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Melt ¼ cup of butter in a saucepan over low heat, then add in both mini marshmallows and stir until smooth and glossy.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and lemon extract.
  4. Fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal until thoroughly combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press down evenly with a spatula.
  6. Melt 1 cup of white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
  7. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the crisp treats and optionally sprinkle with more lemon zest.
  8. Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treatCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

These treats can be stored at room temperature or refrigerated for an extended shelf life. Experiment with different citrus flavors for variety.

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