Fudge Brownie Krispie Treats

Ingredients

• 6 cup Chocolate Rice Krispies cereal
• 6 cup Mini marshmallows
• 5 tbsp Salted butter
• 2 tbsp Instant chocolate pudding mix (Dry mix)
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 2 cup Brownie bites (Quartered; fold 1 1/2 cups into the mixture and reserve 1/2 cup for the top)

Steps

1. 1

   Melt the salted butter in a large pot over low heat.

2. 2

   Add the mini marshmallows and stir just until they are completely melted and smooth.

3. 3

   Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the dry chocolate pudding mix and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. 4

   Add the chocolate Rice Krispies cereal and fold until every piece is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.

5. 5

   Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of the quartered brownie pieces, taking care not to break them apart.

6. 6

   Press the mixture lightly into a greased 9-by-13-inch pan. Do not compact it too firmly.

7. 7

   Scatter the remaining 1/2 cup of brownie pieces over the top and gently press them into the surface.

8. 8

   Let the treats set at room temperature for about 45–60 minutes, then cut into squares.

Notes

The source gives a yield of 24–30 treats. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For an extra-fudgy texture, warm one treat in the microwave for 10–15 seconds. Suggested accompaniments include ice-cold milk, chocolate milk, or fresh berries.

Nutrition per serving

• dessert
• snack
• no-bake
• American
• chocolate
• kid-friendly
• make-ahead