✨ Introduction
These crunchy and chocolatey rice crispy cups 🍫 are a no-bake treat made with puffed rice cereal and a smooth chocolate topping. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or quick snacks! 😋
🧂 Ingredients
- 🥣 3 cups puffed rice cereal
- 🧈 ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 🍬 1 cup mini marshmallows or ½ cup syrup (corn or golden)
- 🍫 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 🥄 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 🧂 Pinch of salt
- 🧁 Paper cupcake liners
👩🍳 Instructions
- 🧁 Line a muffin tray with paper liners.
- 🔥 In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows or syrup and stir until smooth.
- 🥣 Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and salt. Add puffed rice cereal and mix until fully coated.
- 🥄 Spoon mixture into cupcake liners and press gently to shape.
- 🍫 Melt chocolate in a microwave or double boiler. Spoon over each cup to cover the top.
- ❄️ Chill in the fridge for 30–45 minutes until set.
- 🌟 Serve cold or at room temperature.
🔄 Methods
- Add peanut butter to the base for extra flavor 🥜.
- Top with sprinkles, crushed nuts, or coconut flakes 🌰🥥.
- Use white or dark chocolate for variation 🍫.
- Make mini versions for bite-sized treats 🎉.
📚 History
Rice crispy treats originated in the U.S. 🇺🇸 in the 1930s and became popular for their simplicity and crunch. This cup version adds a chocolate twist for extra indulgence.
💪 Benefits
- 🥣 Quick and easy to prepare
- 🍫 Satisfies sweet cravings
- 🎉 Great for parties and sharing
- 🧁 No baking required
🎨 Formation
Serve in colorful liners or decorative trays. Pair with milk 🥛 or coffee ☕ for a sweet break.
✅ Conclusion
Chocolate Rice Crispy Cups are crunchy, sweet, and fun to make—ideal for all ages and occasions. 🍫✨
❤️ Lovers
- 👨👩👧👦 Families
- 🧒 Kids
- 🍫 Chocolate fans
- 🎉 Party planners
- 🧑🍳 No-bake dessert lovers