Dessert

Old School Chocolate Rice Crispy Cakes Recipe

ByClara Bennett December 10, 2025December 10, 2025

Introduction

These Old School Chocolate Rice Crispy Cakes are a nostalgic treat that’s quick and easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create delicious, crunchy chocolate snacks perfect for any occasion.

The image shows several cupcakes, each with two main visible layers. The bottom layer is a light brown cake base in white paper liners with a soft texture. The top layer is a cluster of shiny puffed cereal pieces coated in glossy milk chocolate that gives a bumpy surface covering the cake completely. On top of the cereal and chocolate layer sits a single smooth, oval-shaped milk chocolate candy. The cupcakes are arranged on a white marbled textured surface with a few loose chocolate candies in the foreground. The lighting highlights the glossy and textured chocolate details, making the cupcakes look rich and appealing. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

200g milk chocolate
75g Rice Krispies cereal
Mini chocolate eggs or any small sweet for decoration (optional)
Paper cupcake liners

Instructions

Step 1: Break the milk chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl.
Step 2: Melt the chocolate either in the microwave or using a double boiler. For microwave, heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted. For double boiler, place the bowl over simmering water, ensuring the bowl doesn’t touch the water, and stir occasionally until smooth.
Step 3: Remove the melted chocolate from the heat and quickly stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until all the cereal is well coated.
Step 4: Spoon the mixture into paper cupcake liners. Use a cupcake tray to keep them stable while setting.
Step 5: While the chocolate is still soft, press mini chocolate eggs or other small candies on top for decoration, if desired.
Step 6: Let the cakes set at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, or place them in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Step 7: Once set, the chocolate rice crispy cakes are ready to enjoy.

Tips & Variations

Try using dark or white chocolate for a different flavor profile.
Adding a pinch of sea salt to the melted chocolate can enhance the sweetness.
For extra crunch, mix in chopped nuts or dried fruit with the Rice Krispies.
You can use silicone molds instead of cupcake liners for fun shapes.

Storage

Store the chocolate rice crispy cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer freshness, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week. Allow refrigerated cakes to come to room temperature before eating for best texture.

How to Serve

The image shows several cupcakes in white paper liners arranged on a white marbled surface covered with parchment paper. Each cupcake has a base layer of puffed rice cereal coated in chocolate, forming a round, crunchy base with a glossy texture. On top of this, there is a smooth, shiny layer of melted chocolate that drips slightly over the cereal, creating a rich topping. Each cupcake is crowned with a small, round chocolate egg placed upright in the center, adding height and visual interest. The overall color palette is various shades of brown from the different chocolates and the white liners add contrast. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other cereals instead of Rice Krispies?

Yes, you can substitute with similar crisped rice cereals or even cornflakes for a different texture.

What is the best way to melt chocolate without burning it?

Melting chocolate slowly in the microwave with short intervals or using the double boiler method prevents burning and ensures smooth chocolate.

Old School Chocolate Rice Crispy Cakes Recipe

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These Old School Chocolate Rice Crispy Cakes combine smooth melted milk chocolate with crunchy Rice Krispies cereal to create a nostalgic, no-bake treat. Finished with optional mini chocolate eggs or small candies, they make a perfect sweet snack or party favor that’s easy to prepare and delightfully satisfying.

Author: Clara
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 12 cakes 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: International
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Chocolate Mixture

200g milk chocolate

Cereal

75g Rice Krispies cereal

Decoration (Optional)

Mini chocolate eggs or any small sweet for decoration

Miscellaneous

Paper cupcake liners

Instructions

Prepare the chocolate: Break the milk chocolate into small pieces and place them into a heatproof bowl to ensure even melting.
Melt the chocolate: Choose either the microwave or double boiler method. For the microwave, heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted. For the double boiler, place the bowl over simmering water making sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
Mix with cereal: Remove the melted chocolate from heat and quickly fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, stirring thoroughly to coat all the cereal evenly with chocolate.
Fill cupcake liners: Spoon the chocolate and cereal mixture into paper cupcake liners, ideally placed in a cupcake tray to maintain shape while setting.
Add decoration: While the chocolate is still soft, press mini chocolate eggs or small candies gently on top of each cake for a festive finish.
Set the cakes: Allow the cakes to set at room temperature for 20-30 minutes or place them in the refrigerator to set faster.
Serve: Once the chocolate has fully hardened, remove the cakes from the tray and enjoy your delicious old school chocolate rice crispy cakes.

Notes

You can substitute milk chocolate with dark or white chocolate depending on your preference.
For quicker setting, refrigerate the chocolate rice crispy cakes but avoid leaving them for too long to prevent condensation.
Try different small candies or sprinkles for decoration to add a personal touch.
Store the cakes in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Be careful when melting chocolate to avoid burning it; stir frequently.

Keywords: chocolate rice crispy cakes, no bake dessert, easy kids treat, chocolate snack, Rice Krispies treats

Clara Bennett

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