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chocolate rice krispies cut into squares on a marble surface

Seriously Chocolatey Rice Krispies Treats

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These chocolate rice Krispies treats are rich, gooey, and loaded with chocolate flavor that takes classic marshmallow squares to the next level. With cocoa powder and chocolate chips swirled into melted marshmallows and butter, then mixed with crispy cocoa rice cereal, these bars set up soft and chewy with deep chocolate taste in every bite. They’re easy to make in one pot and perfect for parties, bake sales, or any time you want a fun, nostalgic dessert that’s a bit more chocolate-forward than the original.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 20 Bars 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 6oz Salted Butter
  • 16oz Mini Marshmallows, divided
  • 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1 1/4 cup Chocolate Chips
  • 8.5oz (8 Cups) Cocoa Rice Krispies

Instructions

  1. Place 10oz marshmallows in a large bowl and leave the rest in the bag and your Cocoa Rice Krispies in another large bowl set aside. Grease a 9X13 pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat add the butter and cook for a few minutes, stirring frequently until just melted. Add the 10oz of marshmallows to butter, stirring until melted.
  3. Once the majority of your marshmallows have melted add your chocolate chips and cocoa powder. Mix until fully melted then add the cocoa rice cereal and remaining marshmallows.
  4. Continue mixing until every rice cereal is coated, you will still have chunks of marshmallows- thanks to the ones you just added. Pour into the prepared pan. And using a spatula press down evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and let cool for an hour before cutting.

Notes

Freezing: Once the chocolate rice Krispies are cooled and cut wrap them individually in plastic wrap then store them in a freezer-safe container for up to one month. You want them "double-wrapped" to help prevent freezer burn and keep the flavor strong. When you want to serve them let them thaw at room temperature for 30 minutes.

  • Author: Elizabeth Waterson
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cool Time: 1 Hour
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Cook
  • Cuisine: American
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