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Candy Rice Krispie Treats (Loaded Rice Krispies)

Classic Rice Krispie treats loaded with chopped candy for extra crunch and chocolatey bites.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 servings

Ingredients

  • 10 mini Twix candy bars 100 grams, chopped (about 1¼ cups)
  • 10 mini Snickers candy bars 90 grams, chopped (about 1¼ cups)
  • 3/4 cup mini M&M's 133 grams
  • 3/4 cup mini Reese's Peanut Butter Cups 104 grams, halved
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter 113 grams (1 stick)
  • 20 ounces jumbo marshmallows 567 grams (2 packages)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 8 grams
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 10 cups Rice Krispies cereal 283 grams (10 ounces)

Instructions

  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray, then line it with two overlapping sheets of aluminum foil to create a sling with about 2 inches of overhang; spray the foil with nonstick spray.
  • Lightly spray a rubber spatula with nonstick spray so the marshmallow mixture won't stick.
  • Cut each mini Twix and Snickers bar into 8 pieces and place all chopped candy (Twix, Snickers, mini M&M's, and halved mini Reese's) in a medium bowl; mix to combine.
  • In a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the jumbo marshmallows, vanilla extract, and kosher salt and stir continuously with the sprayed spatula until the marshmallows are just melted, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from heat and immediately stir in the Rice Krispies cereal and half of the mixed candy until evenly combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, using the sprayed spatula (or sprayed hands) to press it evenly into the pan.
  • Scatter the remaining candy evenly over the top and press it lightly into the surface so it adheres.
  • Set the pan on a cooling rack and let the treats sit for 1 hour to firm; then lift the treats using the foil sling and return them to the rack to cool completely before cutting into bars (12–24 pieces).

Equipment

  • Kitchen scale (optional)
  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • Large Dutch oven
  • rubber spatula
  • Mixing Bowl
  • cooling rack

Notes

  • Use any leftover chocolate-based candy if desired.
  • Line the pan with foil and spray it for easy removal.
  • Allow the treats to cool completely before cutting.