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A close-up shot of lemon rice krispie treat balls, showing the chewy texture of the marshmallow and crispy cereal, with a hint of yellow from the lemon.
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Lemon Rice Krispie Treats: The Ultimate Chewy & Zesty Recipe

Discover the ultimate Lemon Rice Krispie Treats! This easy, no-bake recipe uses a triple-lemon method for a bright, zesty flavor and a perfectly soft, chewy texture every time. A refreshing twist on a classic dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups Crispy Rice Cereal
  • 1 package (10 oz) Mini Marshmallows Ensure they are fresh for the best texture.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 large Lemon for zest and juice
  • 1 tsp Lemon Extract
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate Chips optional, for drizzling

Equipment

  • 1 9x9 inch baking pan
  • 1 Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Spatula

Method
 

  1. Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan with butter or line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. Add the mini marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth. Do not overheat.
  3. Remove from heat. Immediately stir in the zest of one lemon, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, lemon extract, and salt.
  4. Add the crispy rice cereal and gently fold until just coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Gently press into an even layer with a greased spatula. Let cool completely at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
  6. If using, melt white chocolate and drizzle over the top. Let it set completely before slicing into 16 squares and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalProtein: 1gFat: 3g

Notes

Low Heat is Key: To keep your treats soft and chewy, melt the butter and marshmallows over low heat. Rushing this step with high heat will result in hard treats.
Don't Over-pack: Press the mixture into the pan gently. Compacting it too much will make the treats dense and hard.
Keyword lemon dessert,lemon rice krispie treats,no-bake dessert

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