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A stack of round lemon rice krispie treats on a piece of parchment paper, showcasing their chewy texture and bright lemon zest.

Lemon Rice Krispie Treats: The Ultimate Zesty & Gooey Squares

Whip up these incredibly easy Lemon Rice Krispie Treats! Made with fresh lemon, gooey marshmallows, and buttery crisp cereal, this no-bake dessert is a perfectly sweet and tangy twist on the classic treat everyone loves.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups Crispy Rice Cereal
  • 6 cups Mini Marshmallows divided
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 2 medium Lemons zested and juiced (about 2 tbsp zest and 3 tbsp juice)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips
  • 1 tsp Coconut Oil

Equipment

  • 1 9x9 inch baking pan
  • 1 Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Spatula

Instructions
 

  1. Prep Your Pan: Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray. Line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
  2. Melt the Butter: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat until just browned and nutty.
  3. Melt the Marshmallows: Reduce heat to low. Add 5 cups of mini marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth.
  4. Add Flavor: Remove from heat. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt.
  5. Fold in Cereal: Add the crispy rice cereal and the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows. Gently fold until just coated.
  6. Press into Pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and gently press into an even layer with a greased spatula.
  7. Set: Let the treats cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour to set.
  8. Make Topping: Melt white chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  9. Decorate: Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the treats and top with extra lemon zest if desired. Let the chocolate set.
  10. Serve: Lift the treats from the pan using the parchment paper, slice into squares, and enjoy.

Notes

Tip 1: Use fresh, not bottled, lemon juice for the best flavor.
Tip 2: Do not press the mixture too firmly into the pan to keep the treats soft and chewy.
Tip 3: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for maximum freshness.
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