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Campfire Rice Krispies Treats Recipe

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Campfire Rice Krispies Treats are a fun and nostalgic twist on classic marshmallow treats, perfect for roasting over an open fire. Made by melting butter and marshmallows, then mixing them with crispy rice cereal, these treats are baked in a pan and then skewered for toasting to a golden brown perfection at the campfire.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, plus more for pan
  • 2 (12-ounce) bags marshmallows
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 10 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • Skewers for roasting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Grease a 13″ x 9″ baking pan thoroughly with butter to prevent sticking of the treats during cooling.
  2. Melt the butter and marshmallows: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the 1 cup of butter. Once melted, add the marshmallows and kosher salt. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  3. Mix the cereal: Remove the pot from heat and fold in the 10 cups of Rice Krispies gently, ensuring all cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
  4. Press into pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Use a silicone or metal spatula coated with cooking spray to tightly pack and smooth the top surface for even cooling and setting.
  5. Cool and cut: Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature until set, then cut into 12 evenly sized pieces.
  6. Skewer and roast: Pierce each treat with skewers. Hold them over an open fire and roast for about 2 minutes or until the marshmallow coating becomes golden brown and slightly toasted, enhancing flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use silicone or metal spatula coated with cooking spray for easy pressing and smooth finish.
  • Ensure marshmallows are fully melted for even coating of cereal.
  • Use kosher salt for balanced flavor, but regular salt can be substituted.
  • Roasting over fire adds a delicious smoky toastiness to classic treats.
  • Allow treats to cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling.
  • Skewers must be flame-safe and long enough to hold treats securely over fire.

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