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Decadent Chocolate Covered Cherry Rice Krispies Treats

A no-bake twist on the classic Rice Krispies treat, featuring maraschino cherries and a rich chocolate topping for a dessert that’s chewy, crispy, and irresistibly decadent.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup maraschino cherries finely chopped, patted dry
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips for topping
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped cherries.
  4. Add Rice Krispies cereal and stir until evenly coated.
  5. Press mixture evenly into pan without compacting too tightly.
  6. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
  7. Spread melted chocolate over top, garnish with cherries or white chocolate drizzle, and let set.
  8. Slice into squares once chocolate is firm.

Notes

Perfect no-bake treat for holidays or special occasions. Keep refrigerated if room temperature is warm.