Description
These pistachio rice krispie treats are crunchy, nutty, and sweet with a drizzle of dark chocolate. A quick, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for snacks or gifting.
Ingredients
4 cups rice krispie cereal
1¼ cups chopped pistachios (unsalted)
10 oz mini marshmallows (about 3 cups)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–3 oz dark chocolate (finely chopped or chips)
Instructions
Lightly grease a 9×9-inch pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
Quickly fold in rice cereal and pistachios until evenly coated.
Press the mixture into the prepared pan using a greased spatula.
Melt chocolate in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the top.
Let cool at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate until chocolate sets.
Slice into 16 bars and serve.
Notes
Toast pistachios for enhanced nutty flavor.
Drizzle with white chocolate for contrast.
Add cranberries or sea salt for a flavor pop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
