Description
Golden olive oil lends a Mediterranean twist to classic rice crispy treats, elevating this childhood favorite with sophisticated flavor. Nutty, sweet squares deliver comfort and unexpected elegance that will satisfy both nostalgic cravings and gourmet sensibilities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 cups (567 g) mini marshmallows
- 10 cups (340 g) crisp rice cereal
- ⅓ cup (75 g) extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp (1 g) fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preparation: Coat a 13-by-9-inch baking pan with olive oil or line with parchment paper for easy removal of treats.
- Marshmallow Melting: In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine marshmallows, olive oil, and salt. Melt over low heat, stirring occasionally until smooth and fully integrated.
- Cereal Incorporation: Remove from heat and gently fold crispy rice cereal into the marshmallow mixture, ensuring complete and even coating using a silicone spatula.
- Pan Distribution: Transfer mixture to prepared pan, using olive oil-coated hands to spread evenly. Gently press to create a uniform layer without compressing the cereal too densely.
- Seasoning and Setting: Sprinkle sea salt across the surface. Allow treats to set at room temperature for 30 minutes until firm and cohesive.
- Cutting and Storage: Slice the treat slab into symmetric squares using an olive oil-greased knife. Store in a loosely covered container in the refrigerator, consuming within two to three days for peak flavor and texture.
Notes
- Olive Oil Magic: Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for a rich, nuanced flavor that elevates traditional rice crispy treats.
- Gentle Mixing Technique: Fold cereal into marshmallow mixture carefully to maintain crispy texture and prevent crushing delicate rice kernels.
- Salt Enhancement: Sprinkle sea salt strategically for a sophisticated sweet-savory balance that transforms the classic dessert.
- Storage Wisdom: Keep treats loosely covered and consume within two days for maximum freshness and optimal crisp-chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 0.4 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg