Champagne Rice Krispie Treats
Champagne Rice Krispie Treats- traditional rice krispie treats just got better with the addition of champagne and you only need 6 ingredients! Champagne lovers are going to go crazy over these gooey, marshmallow cereal bars! Sweet, salty, and delicious!
Ok, where are my champagne lovers at?
Champagne is typically reserved for sipping and enjoying on special occasions. BUT! I say, why not have champagne on a random Wednesday for breakfast, lunch, or dinner?
Okay, okay. Maybe not an actual glass of champagne. I was thinking more of incorporating champagne into an on-the-go treat. Enter these Champagne Rice Krispie Treats! Perfect treat to enjoy as an adult, but still pay homage to those childhood bake sale days.
The best part? You only Need 6 Ingredients!
This recipe is super simple because you really only need six ingredients. I have a feeling you have all these in your pantry or kitchen now!
- Unsalted Butter– is there anything better?
- Mini marshmallows– use MINI marshmallows because they are easier to melt and you will need a full 16 oz bag plus an additional cup, so buy two bags.
- Vanilla extract– add a splash!
- Kosher salt– the sweet and salty combo is so good!
- Champagne– adds a little somethin’, somethin’ to the treats. If you are making these for kiddos, don’t worry the alcohol gets cooked out so it doesn’t add a boozy taste.
- Rice Krispie cereal– you can use the classic Kellogg’s Rice Krispies or a any generic rice cereal
How to Make Champagne Rice Krispies Treats
Whenever I need an easy dessert, I turn to rice krispie treats. They are no-bake, only take about 10 minutes to make, and everyone devours them!
- I like thick rice krispie treats, so I use a square pan, go with an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch pan. Spray with a non-stick cooking spray (or use parchment paper) and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the champagne, stir and let it simmer for about a minute.
- Next, add in mini marshmallows, vanilla extract, kosher salt, and stir until the marshmallows are completely melted.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the Rice Krispies and gently stir until all of the cereal is well coated. Stir in the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Lightly press the mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a greased spatula.
- For best results, let the treats cool for about an hour and then cut into large squares at room temperature.
Easy Dessert for Any Occasion
I love making these Champagne Rice Krispie treats for potlucks, parties, game day, holidays, or an easy weeknight dessert! They can be whipped up in no time and are always a crowd pleaser!
Variation Ideas : Champagne Rice Krispie Treats
If you are looking for some different flavorings for the Rice Krispie treats you can certainly swap out the champagne for:
- Rose Wine
- White Wine
- Peanut Butter
- Browned Butter
- White Chocolate Chips
- Chocolate Chips
- Nutella
- Biscoff
- Sprinkles
- Cocoa krispies
How to Store: Champagne Rice Krispie Treats
You can keep these bars in an airtight container (or in the pan covered tightly with plastic wrap) for up to 3 days. Do not refrigerate the treats. Refrigerating will dry them out and make them too hard and brittle.
More Easy No-Bake Treats to Enjoy:
- Cadbury Marshmallow Krispies
- Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Guinness Cups
- Dark Chocolate Brownie Energy Bites
Modern Comfort Cooking Cookbook
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Champagne Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup Dry champagne
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
- 6 cups Mini marshmallows, divded
- 6 cups Rice krispie cereal
Instructions
- Start with an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch pan. Spray with a non-stick cooking spray (or use parchment paper) and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the champagne, stir and let it simmer for about a minute.
- Next, add in 5 cups mini marshmallows, vanilla extract, kosher salt, and stir until the marshmallows are completely melted.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the Rice Krispies and gently stir until all of the cereal is well coated. Stir in the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Lightly press the mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a greased spatula.
- For best results, let the treats cool for about an hour and then cut into large squares at room temperature.
