Description
A fun twist on classic Rice Krispie treats, these no-bake bars combine crispy cereal with creamy banana pudding flavor for a soft, chewy, and nostalgic dessert.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 package (10 oz) marshmallows
- 1/2 cup banana pudding mix (instant)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sliced dried bananas (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely.
- Add the marshmallows and stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the banana pudding mix and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour in the milk and continue stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
- If desired, gently fold in the dried bananas and mini marshmallows.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish and press it evenly into the pan using a spatula or lightly greased hands.
- Let cool at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes until set, then cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Use banana chips instead of dried bananas for added crunch.
- Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness and richness.
- Increase pudding mix slightly for a stronger banana flavor.
- Drizzle melted chocolate on top for decoration.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Avoid refrigerating as it can harden the treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
