Chocolate Rice Treats | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Base:
• 6 cups crispy rice cereal
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 10 oz (1 bag) marshmallows, regular or mini
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Optional Mix-ins (choose up to 1 cup total):
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (for extra chocolate pockets)
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or almonds)
• 1/2 cup crushed chocolate cookies
• 1/3 cup toffee bits
• 1/3 cup mini M&Ms or other chocolate candies
• 1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberries
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut
• Optional Toppings:
• 1/2 cup melted chocolate (dark, milk, or white) for drizzling
• 1/4 cup colored sprinkles
• 1/4 cup crushed candy canes (for holiday version)
• 2 tablespoons sea salt flakes (for sweet-salty version)
• Equipment:
• 9x13 inch baking pan
• Large pot or Dutch oven
• Wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Parchment paper or cooking spray
• Rubber spatula (for pressing mixture into pan)
• Sharp knife (for cutting treats)