Description
These Lemon Rice Krispy Treats are a bright, no‑bake dessert that mixes fluffy marshmallows with crisp rice cereal, butter, and fresh lemon zest for a tangy twist. Perfect for parties, school lunches, or a quick afternoon snack, each square delivers a chewy, buttery texture balanced by citrus flavor. The recipe requires just five ingredients, takes only 25 minutes from start to finish, and yields twelve satisfying treats that stay soft for days. Enjoy bright lemon flavor and share happy bites!.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 10 oz marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13‑inch pan.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat.
- Add marshmallows and stir until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Fold in Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to pan, press evenly, and let cool completely.
- Cut into 12 squares and serve.
Notes
- Serve at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to four days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No‑Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Lemon Rice Krispy Treats, easy lemon snack, rice krispie treats recipe, citrus dessert, quick no-bake treat, kid friendly snacks, lemon dessert ideas, homemade rice krispie bars, simple sweet recipes