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Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treats

Modified: May 29, '23 · Published: May 22, '23 · By: Meaghan Mountford · Commission earned on paid or sponsored links.

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Rich chocolate Rice Krispie Treats filled with nuts and marshmallows are an easy, delicious no-bake dessert.

Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treats easy recipe

Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treats

These Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treats are amazing!

Does Rocky Road have marshmallows? YES.

Does Rocky Road have nuts? YES.

Is Rocky Road chocolate? YES.

Rich and chocolate-y and filled with just the right crunch of nuts and sweetness of marshmallows.

Here, I start with our popular chocolate Rice Krispie Treat recipe and mix in marshmallows and pecans.

If pecans aren't your thing, try other nuts, such as almonds, walnuts or peanuts.

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how to make Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treat Squares

You will need these ingredients:

Rice Krispies, marshmallows, chocolate chips, butter, mini marshmallows, pecans, cocoa powder

RICE KRISPIES -- We use the classic Kellogg's brand Rice Krispies cereal.

MARSHMALLOWS -- Our cereal treats use 10 ounces of marshmallows. This is about 40 regular size OR 6 cups of mini. However, different brands of marshmallows have different weights and densities. You'll need an additional 2 cups of mini marshmallows to mix in.

Check out our marshmallow conversion chart to make sure you're using the correct amount.

Kraft's Jet-Puffed are used here.

BUTTER -- We recommend using European-style, SALTED butter for best results. You'll need 4 tablespoons. Read more about our taste test and why this butter is better HERE.

SEMI-SWEET CHOCOLATE CHIPS-- Melt the chocolate with the marshmallows and butter.

UNSWEETENED COCOA POWDER -- The cocoa powder adds a richness to the treats.

NUTS -- For the "Rocky" part, you can used chopped almonds, walnuts, pecans, or peanuts. (Pecans used here.)

Equipment you'll need:

BAKING PAN -- I prefer to make my batches of treats in an 8 x 8 inch square pan so they are extra thick, but a 9-inch square pan also works well. (Read on for instructions to make a large batch in a 9 x 13 inch pan.)

COOKING SPRAY -- To make life easy, I use non-stick spray on my bowls and spatulas. I suggest a canola oil to minimize interfering in the taste.

NONSTICK FOIL -- You may also grease your baking pan with cooking spray, but I find the best option is to line your baking pan with non-stick foil. Lightly greased foil or parchment paper also works well.

Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treats with marshmallows

how to make Rocky Road no-bake treats

step one: Melt the butter, marshmallows, and chocolate

In a saucepan over medium low heat, melt the butter. Add the marshmallows, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder and heat until almost melted, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir until the mixture is smooth.

saucepan with melted butter, marshmallows, and chocolate

step two: Mix the cereal

In a large, greased bowl, place the cereal. Poor the chocolate mixture over the cereal and stir with a greased spatula very well.

Stir in mini marshmallows and chopped nuts.

Rocky Road cereal treats mixture with marshmallows and pecans

step three: Let it cool

Transfer to a square baking pan lined with non-stick foil and gently press evenly.

If desired, sprinkle a few more marshmallows and nuts on top.

Let it cool at room temperature or in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.

rocky road rice krispie treats in baking pan

How do I store my treats?

Store in an air-tight container up to a week.

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Printable recipe

chocolate Rocky Road with Rice Krispies and marshmallows and pecans

Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treats

Meaghan Mountford
EASY Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treats packed with rich chocolate, pecans, and marshmallows for a delicious no-bake dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 minutes mins
Rest for 2 hours hrs
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 treats
Calories 217 kcal

Equipment

  • non-stick spray
  • 8 or 9 inch square baking pan
  • non-stick foil (May also grease pan or grease regular foil)

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ⅔ cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 4 tablespoons European-style SALTED butter
  • 10 ounces marshmallows (about 40 regular or 6 cups mini)
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, or peanuts) (plus additional, optional)
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows (plus additional, optional)

Instructions
 

  • Spray a large bowl with non-stick spray and add the cereal.
  • Line a square baking pan with non-stick foil. OR, grease the baking pan or grease regular foil.
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium low heat.
  • Add the chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and the 10 ounces of marshmallows, stirring frequently until almost all melted.
  • Remove from heat and continue to stir until the marshmallows and butter are melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Pour over the cereal and combine well.
  • Stir in the mini marshmallows and nuts.
  • Transfer to the baking dish and press evenly.
  • If desired, sprinkle a few mini marshmallows and extra nuts on top.
  • Let cool for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.

Notes

You may refrigerate the treats to set them more quickly. 
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