FAQ: How To Make Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats?

What can I use instead of marshmallow for Rice Krispie Treats?

Almond Butter – together, almond butter and maple syrup work together to create a sticky mixture that acts as a substitute for marshmallows. This way, you can make rice crispy treats without marshmallows!

How do you make Rice Krispies stick together?

How do you keep rice krispies from sticking together? Make sure they are separated from each other with a sheet of wax paper. Since these dessert bars are made with marshmallows, they have a tendency to be sticky.

Why are my Rice Krispie treats falling apart?

An important factor in a rice krispie treat recipe is the ratio of marshmallow to cereal. Too much cereal and the squares will taste dry, crunchy, and bland. Too much marshmallow and the squares will be too sticky and fall apart.

How do you keep Rice Krispie treats from falling apart?

How To Prevent Krispie Treats From Getting Hard

1. Don’t overcook the marshmallows. Once they are just melted remove them from the heat immediately.
2. Don’t over-stir the mixture once you’ve added the cereal.
3. Make sure you don’t press the mixture into the pan too densely.
4. Store them properly and airtight!

What is a healthy alternative to marshmallows?

Treat apples, pears, and bananas with a little lemon juice to keep them from going brown. A drizzle of maple syrup or sprinkle of sugar over the fruit will caramelize when roasting and provide an even sweeter treat.

What is the substitute for 1 cup marshmallow?

As a substitute for 1 cup marshmallow creme: Heat 16 large or 160 miniature marshmallows + 2 teaspoons of corn syrup in the top of a double boiler and stir until the mixture is smooth. OR – Make your own using egg white, corn syrup, powdered sugar and vanilla. See recipe.

How long do Rice Krispie treats take to harden?

Chill the marshmallows for at least 1 hour to allow them to harden. To store the treats, cover the pan with foil, or wrap individual servings with plastic wrap.

Should you refrigerate Rice Krispie Treats?

It is not necessary to refrigerate Rice Krispie Treats. If you are in a real hurry to cool your pan of cereal treats you can pop them in the fridge for a short time, but otherwise it is best to just allow them to cool at room temperature.

What can I do with hard marshmallows?

A great way to use your leftover marshmallows —and save some money on baking—is by turning them into frosting! Simply place the marshmallows in a bowl over boiling water, whisk, and watch them melt into fluffy, gooey frosting goodness!

What happens if you put too much butter in Rice Krispie Treats?

“My treats have a soggy/stale texture.” This is most likely due to too much butter. I’ve tried a few variations that use more butter and I often end up with this weird soggy/stale texture. Next time try reducing the amount you are using and see if that helps.

How do you cut Rice Krispie treats neatly?

The cooled marshmallow-cereal mixture will be much easier to cut. For easy cutting, unmold the pan of treats onto a cutting board. Then, use a pizza cutter or large knife sprayed with cooking spray to cut the treats into desired shapes.

Can you make Rice Krispies at home?

To make the crispy rice: Place the rice water and salt into a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 40 minutes.

Can you warm up Rice Krispies Treats?

Just grab your 3 ingredients and a large microwave -safe mug. Zap your marshmallows (mini or full-sized work fine) and butter, then stir until smooth. Fold in the crispy cereal until well incorporated, and then just dig in! You ‘ll love these super quick Rice Krispie treats made easily in your microwave.