Butterscotch Rice Krispy Treats Recipe
Deliciously sweet and chewy Butterscotch Rice Krispy Treats combine the classic crispy texture of Rice Krispies cereal with a rich butterscotch flavor from instant pudding and melted marshmallows, making a perfect no-bake dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ¼ cup butter
- 10 oz. package miniature marshmallows
- 1 small box Butterscotch Instant Pudding mix
Instructions
- Prepare the dish: Lightly spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Melt the butter: In a large pot, melt ¼ cup of butter over low heat to ensure it doesn’t burn.
- Combine marshmallows and pudding mix: Add the 10 oz. miniature marshmallows and the entire small box of butterscotch instant pudding mix to the melted butter. Stir continuously on low heat until the marshmallows have completely melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Mix in the cereal: Remove the pot from heat, then immediately add 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal. Stir thoroughly to coat all the cereal evenly with the marshmallow-butterscotch mixture.
- Set and cool: Pour the coated cereal mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Press it down firmly and evenly with a spatula or your hands (lightly greased) to compact the mixture. Let it cool at room temperature until set, about 30 minutes.
- Cut and serve: Once cooled and firm, cut into squares. Serve and enjoy your homemade butterscotch-flavored Rice Krispy treats!
Notes
- Use low heat throughout melting and mixing steps to avoid burning the marshmallows or butter.
- Spraying the dish lightly with cooking spray helps in easy removal of the treats after cooling.
- Pressing the mixture firmly helps the treats hold together better when cutting.
- These treats are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- You can substitute regular marshmallows if miniature ones are unavailable.
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