Chewy Crispy Marshmallow Squares (Printer-friendly)

Nostalgic chewy, crispy squares combining marshmallows and puffed rice with optional chocolate topping.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 6 cups puffed rice cereal
02 - 4 cups mini marshmallows
03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Optional Chocolate Topping

04 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

# How-To Steps:

01 - Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add mini marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth.
03 - Remove from heat. Immediately add puffed rice cereal and gently fold until all cereal is evenly coated.
04 - Transfer the mixture quickly to the prepared pan. Using a buttered spatula or wax paper, press the mixture evenly and firmly into the pan.
05 - Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Spread evenly over the pressed cereal mixture.
06 - Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or until set.
07 - Cut into 16 squares and serve.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It takes less time than brewing a pot of coffee, and the payoff is instant happiness in a square.
  • You can make them with kids without worrying about sharp knives, hot ovens, or complicated steps.
  • They taste like childhood, but somehow they never get old no matter how many times you make them.
02 -
  • If you overheat the marshmallows, they'll seize up and turn grainy instead of smooth, so keep the heat gentle and stir constantly.
  • Using a buttered spatula to press the mixture down is a game changer; it keeps everything from sticking to your hands and makes the surface smooth.
03 -
  • Use a little extra butter on your spatula or hands when pressing the mixture down, and it won't fight you or stick to everything.
  • Cut them with a plastic knife or one that's been lightly greased; it slices through cleanly without dragging or tearing.
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