Description
These Apple Pie Rice Krispie Treats combine the comforting flavors of apple pie with the chewy crunch of Rice Krispie treats, creating a delicious no-bake dessert. Perfect for any occasion, they deliver a delightful symphony of textures and flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Crispy Rice Cereal
- 10 oz Mini Marshmallows
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 can Apple Pie Filling, diced into smaller pieces
- 1 tsp Apple Pie Spice
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Pinch of Salt
- Optional Toppings: Caramel sauce, extra cinnamon, powdered sugar, chopped dried apples
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan lightly with butter or cooking spray. Optionally, line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Melt the Butter: In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the unsalted butter over low to medium heat until fully melted.
- Add Marshmallows: Stir in all the mini marshmallows and continuously stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Infuse with Flavor: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the apple pie spice, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt until well combined.
- Incorporate Apple Pie Filling: Add the finely diced apple pie filling to the marshmallow mixture and stir gently to distribute evenly.
- Fold in Cereal: Quickly add the crispy rice cereal to the pot and fold it into the marshmallow mixture until well coated.
- Press into Pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, lightly butter your hands or spatula, and press it down gently and evenly.
- Cool and Cut: Let the treats cool completely at room temperature for 1-2 hours, then lift out using parchment paper and cut into squares.
- Optional Toppings: Add any desired toppings like caramel drizzle or extra cinnamon before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Don't overcook the marshmallows to maintain chewiness. Use good quality apple pie filling for the best flavor, and consider adding a splash of apple extract for enhanced apple flavor.