Gluten-Free Rice Krispies Treats

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Gluten-Free Rice Krispies Treats

Soft, chewy gluten-free rice krispie treats packed with sprinkles. A two-stage marshmallow method gives you gooey pockets in every bite instead of a hard, dense bar. No oven needed.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 1 20

Servings 15 squares

Metric - US Customary

Ingredients

▢ ½ cup (113 g) salted butter
▢ 10 cups (456 g) mini marshmallows - from a 16oz bag, divided
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
▢ 8 cups (227 g) gluten-free crispy rice cereal
▢ 2 tablespoons (20 g) sprinkles - optional
▢ cooking spray - for greasing pan and spatula

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Instructions

Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper, leaving overhang on two sides. Spray with cooking spray.
Melt ½ cup (113 g) salted butter in a large pot or dutch oven over low heat.
Add 8 cups (364.8 g) mini marshmallows (reserving the other 2 cups for later). Stir over low heat until melted and smooth, about 5 to 6 minutes. Keep the heat low the entire time.
Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and stir to combine.
Remove the pot from the heat. Add the remaining 2 cups (91.2 g) mini marshmallows. Stir for 1-2 minutes, until the mini marshmallows are partially melted. You still want visible marshmallow pieces.
Add 8 cups (227 g) gluten-free crispy rice cereal. Stir until completely coated.
Add up to 2 tablespoons (20 g) sprinkles, reserving about 1 teaspoon for topping. Stir until just distributed.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Spray a spatula with cooking spray and press the mixture into an even layer. Use a light touch, don't pack it down.
Scatter the remaining sprinkles on top. Let cool at room temperature for 1 hour before slicing.

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Notes

Cereal: Kellogg's Rice Krispies are NOT gluten-free. They contain barley malt. Use gluten-free crispy rice cereal like Aldi Millville, Malt-O-Meal Crispy Rice or Back to Nature Sprout and Shine. Check for a gluten-free label on the box.
Marshmallows: Most are gluten-free, but check the label. I use Campfire marshmallows, made in an allergen-friendly facility.
Sprinkles: Use any kind you like. I used confetti sprinkles and nonpareils. You can also skip them entirely and drizzle with melted chocolate instead.
Storage: Airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days. Freeze individually wrapped up to 3 months. Skip the fridge, it makes them hard.

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