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    Home » Chocolate

    M&M Rice Krispie Treats

    February 6, 2023 by Chenée Lewis

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    This Mini M&M rice krispie treats recipe is always a hit! They’re the best rice krispie treats with M&Ms, plus lots of delicious rice krispie treats variations like chocolate M&M rice krispie treats, and Christmas rice krispie treats with M&Ms!

    And if you love these crispy treats, you've got to try my Confetti Popcorn, my No Bake Oreo Cheesecake, and my Chocolate Beignets!

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    Mini M&M Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

    Look no further! These are the BEST rice krispie treats with M&Ms. They have the perfect amount of gooey marshmallow, and they're made with mini M&Ms! Everyone knows that mini M&Ms have the perfect chocolate-to-candy-shell ratio, so it only makes sense to use them for these perfect rice krispie treats! They give you the best chocolatey crunch in every bite!

    Best Rice Krispie Treats with M&Ms - Ingredients

    If you're a beginner, you're in luck! This is a very simple recipe for no bake treats with just a few ingredients. Check the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and their measurements.

    m&m rice krispie treats ingredients
    • mini marshmallows - a 10-ounce bag of mini marshmallows is perfect for this recipe!
    • salted butter - I love the buttery flavor that salted butter adds.
    • pure vanilla extract - brings delicious vanilla flavor to make these the BEST rice krispie treats with M&Ms!
    • crispy rice cereal - the perfect crispy texture for these cereal treats!
    • mini M&M candies - these are the star of the show! Using mini M&Ms is my favorite, but you can also use regular-sized M&Ms as well. See below for some fun M&M rice krispie treats variations you can make!
    chocolate m&m rice krispie treats on a wire rack

    Equipment

    You won't need any special tools for this easy recipe! To heat your mixture, you'll need a large saucepan, or I just use a large microwave-safe bowl. I recommend an 8-inch square baking dish, or any similarly-sized dish you like! This 8-inch dish is great because it comes with a lid! You'll also need a large bowl to mix everything in, and a rubber spatula or mixing spoon to whip it all up! I also like to use plastic wrap to help flatten the treats into the pan.

    Instructions

    This is a super easy no bake dessert recipe! Here are the simple steps to make these delicious M&M rice krispie treats!

    m&m rice krispie treats step 1

    Melt butter in a large bowl or a large pot over medium heat. Add marshmallows and heat on the stove or in the microwave in 15-second increments until marshmallows are puffed up. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla until smooth.

    m&m rice krispie treats step 2

    Add crispy rice cereal and stir until coated with the marshmallow mixture.

    m&m rice krispie treats step 3

    Stir in mini M&Ms.

    m&m rice krispie treats step 4

    Press mixture into an 8x8 pan greased with butter or cooking spray, and top with more M&Ms!

    Hint: to get those gooey pieces of marshmallow in your finished rice krispie treats, save about a cup of the marshmallows at the beginning and add those extra marshmallows in once the rest of the marshmallow mixture is already melted!

    Chocolate M&M Rice Krispie Treats

    Boost the chocolatey goodness in these homemade rice krispie treats by adding a little cocoa powder. Just ¼ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder mixed in with the melted marshmallow mixture will transform these treats into chocolatey bites of heaven!

    christmas rice krispie treats with m&ms

    Christmas Rice Krispie treats with M&Ms

    Make these into a holiday treat by using red and green mini M&Ms instead of the regular colors! They would be a fun dessert on a Christmas Charcuterie Board or with a big glass of Oat Milk Eggnog!

    More Rice Krispie Treats Variations

    If you love this mini m&m rice krispie treats recipe, you'll love my Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats! They're the perfect treat for peanut butter loves -- so gooey and bursting with peanut butter flavor!

    Or try an elevated version of this chewy cereal bar recipe with my Brown Butter White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats! With those, we'll start with butter in a saucepan and cook it until the butter melts and gives off a nutty smell. They're so decadent and the brown butter just takes them up three notches!

    I also love making Rice Krispie Treats with Chocolate Chips! It's a similar recipe to this one, but it uses mini chocolate chips!

    m&m rice krispie treats calories

    Storage

    For the best rice krispie treats with M&Ms, I would recommend enjoying them the day you make them. But if you do store them for later, be sure to let your rice krispie treats cool completely so any excess liquid can evaporate before storing.  They should be good at room temperature for up to 3 days in an airtight container, or they can be frozen, well wrapped in plastic wrap or parchment paper, for up to 2 months.

    m&m rice krispie treats nutrition facts

    M&M Rice Krispie Treats Calories

    You can see the full M&M rice krispie treats nutrition facts in the recipe card below, but each one of these delicious bars has 156 calories and 6 grams of fat.

    Top Tip

    To get perfectly soft rice krispie treats, make sure that you're not heating your marshmallow mixture for too long! It should be puffed up but the marshmallows will still have their shape. Then, it'll continue to melt as you stir it until it's smooth.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is marshmallow fluff the same as melted marshmallows?

    Not quite -- marshmallow fluff doesn't get as firm as melted marshmallows, so your rice krispie treats won't ever set up well enough to cut. I recommend using melted marshmallows for these gooey rice krispie treats!

    How far in advance can you make Rice Krispie Treats?

    Your rice krispie treats will last up to three days at room temperature, wrapped tightly with plastic wrap, but they're definitely best the same day they're made.

    mini m&m rice krispie treats recipe

    Should you refrigerate Rice Krispie treats?

    Rice krispie treats are fine at room temperature, so there's no need to refrigerate them!

    If you try this recipe, I would love it if you could leave a star review rating and comment below! It’s so wonderful hearing your feedback! And don’t forget to share your creations with me by tagging @chenee_today on Instagram!

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    M&M Rice Krispie Treats

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    This Mini M&M rice krispie treats recipe is always a hit! They’re the best rice krispie treats with M&Ms, plus lots of delicious rice krispie treats variations like chocolate M&M rice krispie treats, and Christmas rice krispie treats with M&Ms!
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine :American
    Servings: 16 bars
    Calories: 156kcal
    Recipe Source: Chenée Lewis

    Equipment you may need

    • 8x8 baking pan
    • 9x9 baking pan
    • mixing bowls
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • stock pot
    • microwave oven

    Ingredients

    • 5 tbsp (114 g) salted butter
    • 10 oz (454 g) mini marshmallows
    • ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
    • 5 cups (160 g) crispy rice cereal
    • ⅔ cup mini M&M candies - plus more for topping

    Instructions

    • Add marshmallows to a large microwave-safe bowl, then remove about a cup to set aside for later.
      10 oz mini marshmallows
    • Add butter and heat on high for 1 minute and stir. Then heat in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until butter is melted. Add vanilla, stir until smooth and let cool slightly.
      5 tbsp salted butter, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • Add reserved marshmallows, then add cereal to bowl and stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until cereal is well-coated.
      5 cups crispy rice cereal
    • Fold in mini M&Ms until evenly distributed, mixing gently and quickly to avoid melting the candies. Transfer mixture to a buttered 9 x 9 pan and use a buttered spatula (or a layer of plastic wrap and your hands) to press down tightly. Sprinkle on more M&Ms and let cool completely before cutting into bars.
      ⅔ cup mini M&M candies

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    Notes

    Stovetop method: Melt butter over medium heat in a medium stock pot. Add marshmallows and stir until marshmallows are mostly melted. Turn off heat , add reserved marshmallows, and stir in cereal until well coated. Continue with step 4 above.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 bar | Calories: 156 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 6 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 0.2 g | Cholesterol: 11 mg | Sodium: 50 mg | Potassium: 9 mg | Fiber: 0.3 g | Sugar: 16 g | Vitamin A: 135 IU | Vitamin C: 0.1 mg | Calcium: 12 mg | Iron: 0.3 mg
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    1. Jess

      February 22, 2023 at 11:42 am

      5 stars
      My kids go crazy for these rice krispie treats! Way better than plain ones!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 02, 2023 at 10:48 pm

        Definitely! So fun for kids!

        Reply
    2. DJ

      February 22, 2023 at 11:36 am

      5 stars
      Holy Moly! I made these and ate 3 straightaway. Definitely worth the calories!!

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      • Chenée Lewis

        March 02, 2023 at 12:51 pm

        Absolutely! They're so yummy!

        Reply
    3. nancy

      February 22, 2023 at 11:18 am

      5 stars
      i was browsing for a rice krispie recipe and this recipe caught my DD's eye. She loves M&Ms. so tasty!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 02, 2023 at 10:49 pm

        So glad you liked them! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Sharon Chen

      February 22, 2023 at 11:11 am

      5 stars
      This is such an easy and yummy treat for the kids! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 02, 2023 at 10:49 pm

        Wonderful! So glad they were a hit!

        Reply

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