Rice Krispies Treats With Chocolate and Pretzels
These Rice Krispies treats with chocolate and pretzels are a sweet and salty upgrade of the classic snack. They’re chewy, crunchy, and loaded with gooey marshmallow, melted chocolate chunks, and crispy pretzels — ready in just 15 minutes with no baking needed.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows (about 4 cups)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1.5 cups mini pretzels, roughly crushed
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks
- Sea salt (optional), for sprinkling
Instructions
- Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a large pot over low heat, melt butter. Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Remove from heat and quickly fold in Rice Krispies and crushed pretzels until well coated.
- Stir in half the chocolate chunks, allowing them to melt slightly in the mix.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan using greased hands or spatula.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chunks on top and gently press them in.
- Optional: sprinkle a light pinch of sea salt over the top.
- Let cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Use fresh marshmallows for the best texture.
- Don’t overcook the marshmallows — low and slow is key.
- Store in an airtight container at room temp to keep them soft.
- Lightly dampen hands or spatula to prevent sticking while pressing.