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Lemon Rice Krispy Treats

Lemon Rice Krispy Treats: A Zesty No-Bake Delight

Lemon Rice Krispy Treats are a delightful no-bake dessert that combines crunchy rice cereal with refreshing lemon zest and a white chocolate drizzle.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Treats
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal The backbone of these treats, adding crunchy goodness.
  • 6 cups Mini Marshmallows Includes yellow lemon-flavored and regular white.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Richness is key; margarine or vegan butter can work for a dairy-free twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Freshly grated for the best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Extract Optional flavor booster.
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Adds a creamy, rich layer on top.

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • buttered spatula
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by greasing a 9x9-inch baking pan or lining it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal later. Set the pan aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over low heat, stirring gently.
  3. Once the butter is melted, add in 6 cups of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and carefully fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal, mixing gently for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Transfer the mixture into your prepared baking pan and press evenly with a buttered spatula.
  6. While the treats set, melt 1 cup of white chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second intervals until smooth.
  7. Drizzle the melted white chocolate generously over the top of the Lemon Rice Krispy Treats.
  8. Sprinkle additional lemon zest or curls of lemon peel over the drizzled chocolate if desired.
  9. Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for quicker setting, before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or in the fridge for about 10 days. Can be frozen for up to three months.

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