Gluten Free Rice Krispies Treats
These homemade gluten free rice krispies treats are such a fun nostalgic treat! They are sticky, crunchy, sweet, and taste like your favorite childhood snack. This quick and easy recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep and 4 ingredients to make.
Kids and adults love this easy snack. Great for packing into school lunchboxes, an afternoon sweet treat, or dessert!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- These gluten free rice krispies treats are crunchy and gooey!
- They are made with only 4 ingredients.
- Kids and adults love them.
- This recipe is no bake. No need to turn on the oven!
- They are great for packing in school lunchboxes.
- Make them for bake sales, birthdays, and holidays.
- They can be easily customized to fit your occasion.
- This recipe is gluten free and nut free.
- Check out these Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats for another fun dessert idea!
Ingredients & Substitutions
These are the main ingredients and substitutions. Scroll down to the recipe card for full ingredients list and instructions.
Use unsalted butter for this recipe. Both regular butter and dairy free butter work well.
Mini marshmallows melt quickly and easily. If you only have jumbo marshmallows, those work fine. Be sure to melt them completely.
A little pure vanilla extract adds a homemade flavor.
Use gluten free rice cereal. Kellogg’s rice cereal is not gluten free. I love The Real Cereal Company for this!
Taste & Texture
These homemade gluten free rice krispies treats taste exactly like the store bought version, but they are even thicker and slightly softer!
They are sweet, but not overly so.
These bars are super thick, gooey, sticky, and crunchy.
How to Make
Step 1
First, line a 9 inch by 9 inch square pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large skillet or pot, add the butter over low medium heat.
Step 3
Once the butter has melted, add in the mini marshmallows. Consistently stir until the marshmallows have melted.
Step 4
Then, turn off the heat. Add in the vanilla extract and rice cereal. Stir until all of the cereal is completely coated in the marshmallow mixture.
Step 5
Use a spatula to transfer into the prepared pan. Gently pat down into one even layer.
Step 6
Allow the bars to set for 30 minutes before slicing into. To speed this up, feel free to chill in the fridge.
Step 7
Lastly, use a large sharp knife to carefully cut into gluten free rice krispies treats!
Expert Tips & Tricks
Follow these tips and tricks to make the best gluten free rice krispies treats.
Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean up.
First, do not burn the butter. It should be melted, but not burnt.
Melt the marshmallows completely. Use mini marshmallows for this if possible.
Completely stir the rice cereal into the melted marshmallow mixture.
Use a spatula to gently press down into the prepared pan.
Allow the bars to set before slicing into them.
How to Serve & Store
Serve these gluten free rice krispies treats once the bars have set.
Serve by themselves, as part of a dessert board, or with a glass of milk or coffee.
For a fun flavor, drizzle with melted chocolate, sprinkles, peanut butter, or caramel!
Store in an airtight container for up to 7 days at room temperature.
Frequently Asked Questions
The classic Kellogg’s version is not gluten free because it contains malt.
No, they are not gluten free.
Use The Real Cereal Company for gluten free rice cereal.
Equipment Needed
Pre-Cut Parchment Paper Sheets: Use parchment paper for easy clean up and removal.
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Ingredients
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 cups gluten free rice cereal
Instructions
- First, line a 9 inch by 9 inch square pan with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet or pot, add the butter over low medium heat.
- Once the butter has melted, add in the mini marshmallows. Consistently stir until the marshmallows have melted.
- Then, turn off the heat. Add in the vanilla extract and rice cereal. Stir until all of the cereal is completely coated in the marshmallow mixture.
- Use a spatula to transfer into the prepared pan. Gently pat down into one even layer.
- Allow the bars to set for 30 minutes before slicing into. To speed this up, feel free to chill in the fridge.
- Finally, use a large sharp knife to carefully cut into bars!
Notes
- Regular rice krispie cereal is not gluten free because it contains malt.
- Be sure to double check that the rice cereal you are using is gluten free.
- I love The Real Cereal Company.
- Stir until all of the cereal is coated in the marshmallow mixture.
- Allow the bars to set before slicing into.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
- Check out all of my kitchen favorites!
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One Comment on “Gluten Free Rice Krispies Treats”
Reminds me of my chilldhood. So good!