How to Make Cinnamon Roll Rice Krispie Treats

Melt the butter in a large saucepan., Add the marshmallows., Add and fold in the cereal., Set the Rice Krispies., Cut the treats into squares., Form them into "cinnamon roll shapes"., Make the frosting., Spread the frosting over the Rice Krispies...

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Melt the butter in a large saucepan.

    Over a low heat setting, melt the butter to where it is nearly all liquid.

    Add the molasses, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Step 2: Add the marshmallows.

    Combine and stir the butter and marshmallows until everything is melted thoroughly.

    Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. , As you stir, it may become a challenge to get the cereal coated. , Spread the mixture in a 9"x13" greased baking dish.

    Use a greased spatula to quickly evenly spread it around. , Use a sharp, clean knife to cut them into even squares. , Cup your hands and gently round the edges of each square into a circle. , Beat the ingredients with a hand or stand mixer. , Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to evenly spread it around. , Use a pinch or two of cinnamon and evenly sprinkle it around.
  3. Step 3: Add and fold in the cereal.

  4. Step 4: Set the Rice Krispies.

  5. Step 5: Cut the treats into squares.

  6. Step 6: Form them into "cinnamon roll shapes".

  7. Step 7: Make the frosting.

  8. Step 8: Spread the frosting over the Rice Krispies.

  9. Step 9: Garnish the Rice Krispies.

Detailed Guide

Over a low heat setting, melt the butter to where it is nearly all liquid.

Add the molasses, cinnamon, and salt.

Combine and stir the butter and marshmallows until everything is melted thoroughly.

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. , As you stir, it may become a challenge to get the cereal coated. , Spread the mixture in a 9"x13" greased baking dish.

Use a greased spatula to quickly evenly spread it around. , Use a sharp, clean knife to cut them into even squares. , Cup your hands and gently round the edges of each square into a circle. , Beat the ingredients with a hand or stand mixer. , Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to evenly spread it around. , Use a pinch or two of cinnamon and evenly sprinkle it around.

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