S’mores Rice Krispies Treats for Kids Recipe
These S’mores Rice Krispies Treats are a delightful twist on the classic marshmallow cereal treat, combining the nostalgic flavors of s’mores with crunchy Rice Krispies and Golden Grahams cereals. Perfect for kids and family gatherings, these no-bake treats blend melted jumbo marshmallows with buttery cereal mix, layered with Hershey’s chocolate and miniature marshmallows for gooey, chocolatey bites.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 Tablespoons salted butter
- 1 (12-ounce) bag jumbo marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 2 cups Golden Grahams cereal
- 2 1/2 cups mini marshmallows (divided, about ½ of a 10-ounce bag)
- 4 Hershey bars (broken into pieces)
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper or butter it to ensure easy removal of the treats later. Set the dish aside while you make the mixture.
- Melt the butter: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons of salted butter until fully liquified but not browned.
- Combine marshmallows and butter: Add the entire 12-ounce bag of jumbo marshmallows to the melted butter. Stir continuously over medium heat until the marshmallows melt completely and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add vanilla extract and cereals: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Then fold in 4 cups of Rice Krispies, 2 cups of Golden Grahams cereal, and 1 ½ cups of mini marshmallows until the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Layer the mixture and toppings: Pour half of the cereal mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle half of the chopped Hershey’s chocolate pieces and half of the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows over this layer.
- Add remaining mixture and top: Add the rest of the cereal mixture on top, gently pressing it down to compact slightly but not too much to avoid hard treats. Finish by sprinkling the rest of the Hershey’s chocolate pieces and mini marshmallows on top.
- Cool and cut: Allow the layered treats to cool and set for at least 10 minutes. Once set, cut into small squares and serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Be careful not to compact the treats too firmly to keep them light and chewy instead of hard.
- Using parchment paper helps easily lift the treats from the pan without sticking.
- You can substitute milk chocolate Hershey bars with dark chocolate for a richer taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Mini marshmallows can be toasted slightly on top using a kitchen torch for extra flavor (optional).