Apple Pie Rice Krispie Treats (Printable)

Chewy marshmallow squares swirled with warm cinnamon apples and crispy rice cereal. A delightful autumn-inspired twist on a classic handheld dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 6 cups crispy rice cereal
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
03 - 10 oz mini marshmallows
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Apple Pie Filling

05 - 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, diced small
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
07 - 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
08 - 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - Pinch of salt

→ Optional Topping

11 - 2 oz white chocolate, melted for drizzling

# How to Make It:

01 - Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease the surface to prevent sticking.
02 - Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add diced apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until apples are tender and caramelized, approximately 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
03 - In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over low heat. Add mini marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Quickly fold the cooked apple mixture into the melted marshmallows, then add the rice cereal. Stir vigorously until all ingredients are evenly coated and combined.
05 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press firmly and evenly into the pan using a spatula, smoothing the top surface.
06 - If desired, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top surface for added decoration and flavor.
07 - Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour until completely set before cutting into squares.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The warm spiced apples turn an ordinary childhood treat into something that feels like a cozy hug
  • They come together in under 30 minutes but taste like you spent all afternoon baking
  • The texture contrast between crispy cereal, gooey marshmallow, and tender apple is honestly addictive
02 -
  • Work quickly once the marshmallows are melted—they start setting up faster than you expect
  • Let the apples cool slightly before adding them, or theyll melt your marshmallow mixture too much
  • Press the mixture firmly into the pan, but not so hard that you crush all the crispy texture
03 -
  • Use freshly opened cereal for the crispiest texture—stale cereal makes disappointing treats
  • Grease your spatula before pressing the mixture into the pan to prevent sticking
  • If your marshmallows seem too stiff, add just a tiny splash of milk while melting

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