Are Rice Krispies gluten-free?

No, Kellogg's Rice Krispies cereal is not gluten-free. The cereal contains malt flavoring, which is derived from barley. Barley is a grain that contains gluten.

Which brands of Rice Krispies are gluten-free?

Thankfully, there are many gluten-free versions of rice krispies cereal nowadays. You'll have success looking for organic brown rice crisps cereal, which are typically made with just rice flour. I recommend One Degree Organic Foods Sprouted Brown Rice Crisps . Other options include Nature's Path Organic Crispy Rice Cereal and the 365 by Whole Foods Market brand.

Is puffed rice the same as rice krispies?

No, these are two different things. Puffed rice is unsweetened, soft, and puffy. On the other hand, rice krispies (also known as brown rice crisps) are lighter, crispier, and sweeter. This texture is essential for making homemade rice krispie treats, so don't swap this key ingredient!

Which marshmallow brands are vegan?

Since marshmallows typically contain gelatin (an animal byproduct), they are not suitable for a strict vegan diet. If you are vegan, I recommend using the Dandies brand or Trader Joe's brand.

Can I use regular butter and marshmallows?

Yes! If you are not dairy-free or vegan, feel free to use dairy butter and regular marshmallows for this recipe.

Why did rice crispy treats get hard?

If you overcook the melted marshmallows, you will burn the sugar. As a result, the treats will become hard. Make sure you slowly melt the marshmallows to avoid this.

Vegan Rice Krispie Treats

Name: Vegan Rice Krispie Treats
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegan butter; 12 oz vegan marshmallows; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/8 tsp salt; 6 cups rice krispies cereal (or brown rice crisps)

Description

This vegan rice krispie treats recipe is an easy cereal dessert! They’re crispy, sticky, sweet, and gooey all at once. The recipe is no-bake, dairy-free, and gluten-free friendly. These copycat Kellogg’s cereal bars are made with only 5 ingredients including marshmallows, vanilla, and brown rice crisps. Made in 10 minutes with one pot, it’s a nostalgic dessert for kids, parties, potlucks, and more!

Ingredients

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1/2 cup vegan butter
12 oz vegan marshmallows
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 tsp salt
6 cups rice krispies cereal (or brown rice crisps)

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Instructions

Line a 9×9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some of the paper hanging over the edges. Lightly spray with oil.
In a large pot, melt the vegan butter over medium-low heat. Add marshmallows. Stir together just until the marshmallows are melted through. It is important to slowly melt them; do not overcook the marshmallows or your rice krispies treats will become hard. Once they are melted, immediately remove the pot from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Add rice krispies cereal to the pot. Gently fold together, evenly coating all of the cereal.
Transfer the mixture to the baking dish. Using a silicone spatula, press it across the dish in an even layer.
Set rice krispies aside to cool for one hour. After, slice into 12 or 16 squares. Enjoy!

Notes

How to store: Store rice krispie treats inside a sealed container at room temperature. Enjoy within 2-3 days.
How to make them gluten-free: Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal contains malt flavoring, which is not gluten-free. Therefore, use gluten-free brown rice crisps cereal instead. I listed several recommendations in the FAQ.
If you are not dairy-free or vegan, you can use regular dairy butter and regular marshmallows for this recipe.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 treat
Calories: 157
Sugar: 13g
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g