The BEST Rice Krispie Treats

Step 1

Line an 8x8 inch pan or baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang to make lifting the finished treats out of the pan easier. Set aside.

Step 2

Melt butter over medium heat in a large pot or saucepan (non-stick and light-colored bottom if possible).

Step 3

Allow the butter to simmer while stirring until dark golden and fragrant. (Be careful not to burn this. It will turn from yellow to golden quickly, so don't take your eyes off it)

Step 4

Once butter is golden, Immediately reduce heat to low and stir in Dandies marshmallows.

Step 5

Allow the marshmallows to melt and become puffy while stirring.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Gently stir in the Rice Krispies until well coated.

Step 8

Fold in the regular mini marshmallows just until they begin to soften. ( Do not let these melt all the way, this will create gooey pockets inside of the Rice Krispie Treats)

Step 9

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.

Step 10

Press the mixture down firmly using a spatula.

Step 11

Cover and let sit for 1 hour or until room temperature.

Step 12

When ready to serve, lift from the pan with parchment paper and cut into squares.

Step 13

Wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in an air-tight container. Best if served within 48 hours.