A simple yet decadent and impressive treat for Valentine’s Day or any day! Because no bake is always better 🙂
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?
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.
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!
Chocolate Truffle Rice Krispie Treats
written by Ashley Fehr
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.
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Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
I mean…yes please! That truffle layer is perfection.
Kelly says
These are the ultimate rice krispie treats! They look incredible!! Love the chocolate truffle layer! <3
Danielle says
I love making no bake treats all year round, they’re the best! That truffle layer on top sounds incredible!
Rachel @ Bakerita says
These look SO amazingly decadent and delicious – and with a sprinkle of sea salt? Heavenly!! Love that they’re no-bake too.
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Rachel! Gimme all the salted desserts! 😉
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Oh my goodness! These look like the most fabulous rice krispie treats ever!
Ashley Fehr says
Haha, thanks Christin!
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
I usually don’t get into rice krispie treats, but I’d have a hard time resisting these!
Ashley Fehr says
Haha, I’m not usually a Krispie treat person either! I am definitely a chocolate person though 😉
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says
Now this a rice krispie treat I can get on board with. That fudge chocolate layer is killing me!
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! 🙂
Ashley Fehr says
Haha, absolutely! I really don’t make them that often either, but I sure had fun with these! 🙂
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
Whoa! This is one decadent rice krispie treat. I love it!!
Melanie @ Gather for Bread says
Insanely good! I’ll add chocolate to anything and everything. These are sure to be winners!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Melanie!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
No bake is ALWAYS better! These rice krispie treats are just calling my name! I love the truffle layer on top…looks SO good, and definitely jazzes up the plain ‘ole kind!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Gayle! I agree — anytime of year!