Description
Lemon Rice Krispie Treats offer a delightful twist on the classic dessert with a chewy texture, buttery marshmallow flavor, and a refreshing zesty lemon glaze. Perfect for lemon lovers looking for a sweet, tangy snack that’s easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Lemon Topping
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Base
- 6 Tablespoons salted butter
- 16 ounce bag mini marshmallows, divided
- ½ teaspoon lemon extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Prepare Lemon Sugar: Zest one lemon into a small bowl, add 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar, and mix until crumbly and combined. Set aside.
- Make Lemon Glaze: Juice the same lemon into a small bowl, add ½ cup powdered sugar, and whisk until smooth. Set aside.
- Prep Baking Dish: Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, then set aside.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons salted butter over medium heat. Once melted, reduce heat to low and add all but 1 cup of mini marshmallows. Stir continuously with a spatula until marshmallows have fully melted. Remove from heat.
- Add Flavors and Cereal: Stir in ½ teaspoon lemon extract and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until blended. Fold in 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal followed by the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows, stirring gently to combine.
- Assemble Treats: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press gently with fingertips to evenly spread and compact the mixture.
- Add Toppings: Immediately drizzle the lemon glaze over the treats, then sprinkle the lemon sugar mixture on top.
- Set and Serve: Allow the treats to set at room temperature for about 1 hour before cutting into 18 bars and serving.
Notes
- Use freshly zested and juiced lemon for the best bright lemon flavor.
- Line the baking dish with parchment paper to easily remove the treats once set.
- Press the mixture gently to avoid crushing the rice cereal and maintain a light, chewy texture.
- Store leftover treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
