Pistachio Rice Krispie Treats with Dark Chocolate Recipe
Thick and chewy Pistachio Rice Krispie Treats feature a delightful twist with instant pistachio pudding mix blended into classic marshmallow and butter mixture, combined with crispy rice cereal, then drizzled with rich melted dark chocolate. These no-bake treats are easy to make, perfect for snacking, and wonderfully indulgent with a nutty pistachio flavor and chocolate topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 Tablespoons salted butter
- 16 ounce bag mini marshmallows, divided
- 3.5 ounce box instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- ½ cup dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large pot over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons of salted butter. Add 15 ounces of mini marshmallows (reserving 1 cup for later) and stir continuously until completely smooth and combined. Remove from heat once melted.
- Add Pudding Mix and Vanilla: To the melted mixture, stir in the 3.5 ounce box of instant pistachio pudding mix and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, folding gently with a spatula until blended evenly.
- Mix in Cereal and Remaining Marshmallows: Add all 6 cups of rice krispies cereal along with the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows. Mix thoroughly until all the cereal and marshmallows are coated completely with the pistachio mixture.
- Press Into Pan and Cool: Pour the combined mixture into a 9-inch square baking dish lined with parchment paper. Press firmly and evenly. Let the treats cool and set at room temperature for at least one hour.
- Cut and Drizzle with Chocolate: After setting, remove the treats from the pan and parchment paper. Cut into 16 equal squares. Using a fork dipped in the melted dark chocolate, drizzle the chocolate evenly over each bar. Allow the chocolate to set for about 15 minutes before serving.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy these treats as is or chilled. Store any leftovers in an airtight container or Ziplock bag at room temperature to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a smooth and pretty chocolate drizzle, dip a fork into the melted dark chocolate and tap off any excess before drizzling over the bars to avoid lumps.
- Store these chocolate-covered treats in an airtight container or a zip-top bag at room temperature to keep them fresh and chewy.
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