Zesty Lemon Rice Krispy Treats: Your New Favorite Dessert!
These Lemon Rice Krispy Treats are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, featuring a refreshing burst of zesty lemon. They’re the perfect no-bake treat for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 ounces marshmallows (about 1 bag)
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- Zest of 2 medium lemons
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
- Pinch of fine sea salt (about 1/4 teaspoon)
Instructions
- Prepare your pan by lightly greasing a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over low heat, stirring occasionally until fully melted.
- Add all the marshmallows to the pot and stir constantly over low heat until they are about 80-90% melted and mostly smooth.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh lemon zest and lemon extract (if using). If adding lemon juice, do so now and stir quickly.
- Pour the marshmallow-lemon mixture over the crispy rice cereal in a large mixing bowl and gently fold until the cereal is completely coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and press down gently and evenly using a buttered spatula or buttered hands.
- Let the treats cool completely at room temperature for at least 1-2 hours before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Ensure to use fresh marshmallows for the best texture and flavor. A tiny pinch of salt enhances the sweetness and balances the flavors.