Name: Easy Small Batch Rice Krispie Treats
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 bars
Cuisine: American

Midnight Bake Club Verified

July 15, 2025

6 Ingredients

EASY

If you have a few cups of marshmallows and a few cups of cereal, then you have these small batch Rice Krispies treats! All you need is five ingredients and a few minutes for a perfectly buttery, sticky, late-night snack. And these bars have brown butter because why not take them over the top just a little?

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Easy Small Batch Rice Krispie Treats

Midnight Bake Club Verified

Ingredients

bars

WarningMilk and 4 other allergens identified

Instructions

Grease a loaf pan with butter or baking spray. Line the pan with parchment paper and set aside for later.

Then, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Let it gently simmer, swirling the pan often, until the butter smells nutty and there are small brown bits on the bottom of the pan.

Add the mini marshmallows to the brown butter. Stir the marshmallows constantly, just until they're melted and well-combined with the butter. Stir in the salt and vanilla extract. Remove the pan from the heat and add the puffed rice cereal. Stir until everything is well-combined.

Using a greased rubber spatula, gently press the mixture evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Then, let the bars set at room temperature or in the fridge for 30-60 minutes. Use the parchment paper to remove the treats from the pan. Slice into 6 bars and sprinkle with flaky salt if desired. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Brown Butter Magic 🧈
Take the time to properly brown your butter - watch for golden amber color and nutty aroma, which adds incredible depth of flavor to your Rice Krispie Treats.
Marshmallow Melting Technique 🍬
Melt marshmallows slowly and gently, stirring continuously to prevent scorching and ensure a smooth, even mixture that coats the cereal perfectly.
Flaky Salt Finishing Touch 🧂
Sprinkle high-quality flaky salt on top of the treats immediately after pressing them into the pan to create a sophisticated sweet-salty contrast.
Non-Stick Pressing Pro Tip 👐
Use slightly damp hands or a piece of parchment paper when pressing the mixture into the pan to prevent sticking and create smooth, even bars.
Size Matters 📏
For smaller batch treats, use an 8x4 or 8x6 inch pan to maintain the perfect thickness and ensure each bite has the ideal marshmallow-to-cereal ratio.

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About the Cook

Midnight Bake Club

Do you love baking into the late hours of the night? Welcome to the club. At MBC, you'll find all of my late-night bakes from cookies to brownies & everything in-between. Every recipe I share is simple, decadent, & makes 8 servings or less!