A budget-friendly treat for chocolate lovers out there would love these Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats; because true to its name, it is covered with chocolatey goodness! Never forget to mention, it is quick and easy with an almost zero possibility of failing the recipe, which is why it is considered a fail-proof dish!
Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats offer deliciously gooey chocolate flavor from cocoa powder and maple syrup. The texture is what makes most people fall in love with this recipe as well. Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are soft and moist, but the exterior has that slight crunch and crisp from the rice puff cereal.
Have your Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats in the morning for breakfast or in the afternoon for snack time. Some even prefer eating their treats before working out. It is bland food enough to fill your tummy with just the right amount of food for a heavy workout without getting yourself nauseous.
This recipe highlights the flavor from cocoa powder, creating the chocolatey taste that every chocolate lovers seek in their usual Rice Krispie Treat. With the help of butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup, the dish becomes just as sweet and mouthwatering as it should be.
The Origin of Rice Krispie Treats
Traditionally, Rice Krispies Treats combine Kellogg's Rice Krispies or another crisp rice cereal with marshmallows to form a cake-like delicacy. It is usually served warm. Even though they are usually made at home, Kellogg's began marketing them in 1995 as part of their own product line.
To generate money for Camp Fire Girls, Melitta Jensen and Mildred Day of the Kellogg Company's home economy department created Rice Krispies Treats in 1939. Eventually, it got famous across the State, and recipe variations soon started popping up from different households.
Housewives and bakers started experimenting on different flavors for the Rice Krispie Treat. Pumpkin, strawberry, salted caramel, and chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are just a few of the well-known flavors that became popular among the crowds.
Why Does This Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats Recipe Works?
Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are a simple dish to make. That is why so many food bloggers and vloggers took fun in altering the original recipe. Truth be told, there may or may not be an original recipe to follow for this dish. Anyone is free to experiment and alter the taste of their Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats to their liking. However, this recipe is the must-try among others because:
- The ingredients are cheaper and easier to find!
- You will be able to serve your This delicious treat in just a short amount of time. No need to wait longer to taste this delightful snack!
- Kids will surely enjoy their time eating their delicious Rice Krispie Treats.
- It is a delicious dessert or snack at any time of the day.
What's In This Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats Recipe?
- Rice Puff Cereal. It is a sort of puffed grain that is made from the grain of rice. Puffed rice has the same shape as a rice grain, but it is significantly larger. Remember to use the unsweetened rice puff cereal for this recipe. This rice puff cereal will also give the Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats crunch and crisp texture.
- Peanut Butter. The addition of peanut butter to the chocolate rice Krispie treats combination will give it a salty, sweet, nutty, and earthy flavor that will please everyone.
- Cocoa Powder. The cocoa powder gives Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats their full, rich flavor and dark color. The cocoa powder will be utilized in this recipe because it results in a stronger chocolate flavor than if the cocoa powder were not included.
- Desiccated Coconut. It is coconut meat that has been shredded, chopped, or powdered and then dried out. It is made by eliminating the natural moisture found in the coconut fruit and drying it. Also, it has a snow-white color with a fresh sweetness and nutty flavor that will go well with our Rice Krispie Treats.
- Vanilla Extract. The vanilla extract has a sweet scent and a powerful flavor that distinguishes it from other extracts. We use it in baking because it has a sweet, almost caramel-like flavor with a subtle floral component similar to jasmine in scent. Vanilla is primarily distinguished by the blend of sweet and flowery notes. It will also help in covering the bitter taste that cocoa powder may ensue.
- Butter. Adding butter into the mixture for your treats will contribute a soft and tender texture.
- Maple Syrup. Maple syrup will help the vanilla extract sweeten your Chocolate Treats by providing sugary sweetness to the dish. If maple syrup is unavailable, you may replace it with honey as honey has that florally sweet and thick texture almost similar to that of maple syrup.
Topping:
Dark chocolate (Optional): To drizzle on the top.
How to Make The Best Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats?
- Line 20x20 CM square baking pan with baking parchment..
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together rice puffs and cocoa and coconut until combined.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add peanut butter and butter and microwave for 20 seconds or until melted; let the mixture cool down for 2-3 minutes, then mix in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- Pour the butter mixture over the rice puffs mixture, mix well until the puffs are well coated.
- Now, transfer the mixture into the baking pan, press it down firmly with your hand.
- Microwave the chocolate for 20 seconds, then drizzle on the top.
- Put the baking pan into the fridge for 2-3 hours.
- Remove from the pan slice and enjoy.
Top Tips!
- Spray your parchment paper with cooking spray beforehand. This will allow the easy removal of the bars once the preparation process is done. It saves you time making a mess as well.
- Avoid over compressing the mixture. Place the mixture in the pan and gently press it down. That's all there is to it. Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats hold their shape better when they're not compacted. When bars are overly compacted, they become hard to chew and unpalatable.
Recipe Variations
- Mix in some marshmallows for a softer and gooey texture.
- If you want to have an ever more chocolatey taste, you may also add melted chocolate bars.
Serving Suggestion
It is best to serve these treats when warm, and you may pair it with a good hot black coffee or white chocolate latte. If you plan to eat this as a snack, a cold iced tea would be a good choice.
Recipe FAQs
Yes. Make these bars ahead of time and freeze them. Wrap each treat in a wax paper square, then a piece of plastic wrap. Place the frozen goodies in a freezer bag with a tight-fitting lid. For a maximum of six months, place in the freezer.
If you store them at room temperature in an airtight container or zip-top bag, they'll stay crispy and delicious.
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Chocolate Rice Krispie Treat
Ingredients
- 3 cups unsweetened rice puff cereal
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- ⅓ cup desiccated coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 50 g dark chocolate , to drizzle on top
Instructions
- Line 20x20 CM square baking pan with baking parchment..
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together rice puffs and cocoa and coconut until combined.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add peanut butter and butter and microwave for 20 seconds or until melted; let the mixture cool down for 2-3 minutes, then mix in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- Pour the butter mixture over the rice puffs mixture, mix well until the puffs are well coated.
- Now, transfer the mixture into the baking pan, press it down firmly with your hand.
- Microwave the chocolate for 20 seconds, then drizzle on the top.
- Put the baking pan into the fridge for 2-3 hours.
- Remove from the pan slice and enjoy.
Notes
- Spray your parchment paper with cooking spray beforehand. This will allow the easy removal of the bars once the preparation process is done. It saves you time making a mess as well.
- Compression should be avoided. Place the mixture in the pan and gently press it down. That's all there is to it. Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats hold their shape better when they're not compacted. When bars are overly compacted, they become hard to chew and unpalatable.
- Mix in some marshmallows for a softer and gooey texture.
- If you want to have an ever more chocolatey taste, you may also add melted chocolate bars.
Nutrition
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Very crunchy. I love these bars; I topped them with caramel sauce.