Description
Enjoy these easy Chocolate Cherry Rice Krispies Treats, a nostalgic classic with a decadent twist. The combination of crunchy cereal, melted marshmallows, rich chocolate, and tart cherries creates an irresistible no-bake dessert.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 oz large marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until chocolate is almost melted.
- Stir in vanilla extract and sea salt.
- Set ganache aside to cool slightly.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
- Add marshmallows to butter and stir until completely melted.
- Remove saucepan from heat.
- Stir in chopped dried cherries.
- Add Rice Krispies cereal and gently fold until coated.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Pour Rice Krispies mixture into the dish and press evenly.
- Drizzle chocolate ganache over the treats.
- Sprinkle with sea salt, if desired.
- Let treats cool completely before cutting.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Use different types of chocolate (milk, dark, white) for the ganache.
- Add chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or almonds for extra crunch.
- Experiment with flavored marshmallows for a unique twist.
- Dust the top with cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Use festive sprinkles for holidays.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate in warm climates.
- If treats are too hard, marshmallows were overcooked. If too sticky, they weren’t cooled enough.
- Adjust ganache consistency with cream (too thick) or time (too thin).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
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