Chocolate Truffle Rice Krispie Treats

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 36 bars

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A simple yet decadent and impressive treat for Valentine’s Day or any day! Because no bake is always better 🙂

stack of three chocolate truffle rice krispie treats topped with chopped peanuts

Though I’ve shared plenty of no bake dessert recipes here on The Recipe Rebel, this is my very first Rice Krispie Treat recipe. Kind of a big deal, right?

stack of three chocolate rice krispie treats topped with crushed peanuts close up

The reason is I actually don’t make Rice Krispie cake really ever, at all. I’m just not a fan, you know? I mean it’s great for the kids, and it’s easy (as long as you get the perfect amount of ooey gooeyness!), but I just find them a little…. blah.

But Chocolate Truffle Rice Krispie Treats? Definitely not blah.

They are chocolate Rice Krispie Treats, topped with a rich, decadent chocolate truffle layer (and yes, you’re going to need a good amount of chocolate for that layer…), and you can top them with any kind of chocolate truffle coatings you prefer: a dusting of cocoa, chopped nuts, sprinkles — whatever you want! Because they are pretty sweet, I highly recommend something crunchy and salty: crushed pretzels or finely chopped salted peanuts work great! And if you go the sweet route, a sprinkling of coarse salt really gives a nice contrast to the sweetness.

chocolate rice krispie treat close up with smooth chocolate truffle layer on top

Rice Krispies freeze perfectly, so even though the recipe makes a 9×13″ pan and you’ll cut them into fairly small pieces, they are perfect for sharing or for keeping in the freezer!

They would also be great with some mint, orange or other flavor of extract in the truffle layer — feel free to experiment with different flavor and topping combinations!

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Chocolate Truffle Rice Krispie Treats

5 from 1 vote
A simple yet decadent and impressive treat to add to your holiday baking platter! Because no bake is always better ?
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Servings 36 bars
Calories 209cal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 8 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 6 cups Krispie rice cereal regular or chocolate
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Truffle layer:

  • 1 1/2 cups 10% cream you can go heavier if you wish
  • 3 1/2 cups good semisweet chocolate chips or chunks or dark or milk if you wish

Optional toppings: chopped nuts, sprinkles, cocoa powder, chopped pretzels, toffee bits, etc.

    Instructions

    • Line a 9×13″ pan with tin foil and spray with non stick spray. Set aside.
    • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and marshmallows. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir. Microwave on high for another minute if necessary to melt the marshmallows. Stir until smooth.
    • Add in cocoa powder and ½ cup chocolate chips and stir until smooth and chocolate is melted (work quickly). Stir in Krispie rice cereal and salt until totally combined. Pour into prepared pan and smooth with wet hands and set aside.
    • Truffle layer:In a small pot, heat cream until bubbles appear around the edges. Remove from heat and stir in 3½ cups chocolate until smooth. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken and cool slightly before pouring over the Krispie treat layer. Sprinkle with desired toppings and refrigerate until set.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 209cal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 131mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 460IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2.7mg

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    Meet Ashley

    My name is Ashley Fehr and I love creating easy meals my family loves. I also like to do things my way, which means improvising and breaking the rules when necessary. Here you will find creative twists on old favorites and some of my favorite family recipes, passed down from generations!

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    1. Dorothy Dunton says

      Hi Ashley! I haven’t made rice krispie treats since my kids were little, but your version has upgraded these to “adult” treats! 🙂

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