Name: Gluten Free Rice Crispy Treats
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 3 tbsp Butter; 4 cups Mini Marshmallows; 6 cups Gluten Free Rice Cereal; 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract; Pinch Salt

If you have been looking for a simple snack that the whole family can enjoy, these gluten free rice crispy treats are exactly what you need. They are sweet, chewy, and honestly just as good as the classic version.

The best part is how easy they are to make. You only need five ingredients and about 15 minutes of your time. No oven required either, which is always a nice bonus.

I know that when you eat gluten free, finding treats that actually taste like the real thing can be tricky. These ones do. Nobody at your table will even notice the difference, trust me.

All you need is some butter, mini marshmallows, gluten free rice cereal, a little vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. That tiny bit of vanilla and salt really makes them special.

Let me show you how to make them step by step.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Only 5 Ingredients – You just need butter, marshmallows, gluten free rice cereal, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. That’s it. No long grocery list, no weird ingredients you can’t pronounce.

Ready in About 15 Minutes – These gluten free rice crispy treats come together so fast it’s almost unreal. You melt, mix, press, and you’re basically done before your kitchen even gets messy.

No Baking Required – You don’t need to turn on your oven at all. Everything happens on the stovetop, which makes these perfect for hot summer days when heating up the kitchen sounds miserable.

Perfect for Parties and Potlucks – Gluten free desserts that actually taste amazing can be hard to find at group events. These rice crispy treats are crowd-pleasers that everyone loves, whether they eat gluten free or not.

Ingredients

3 tbsp Butter
4 cups Mini Marshmallows
6 cups Gluten Free Rice Cereal
1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
Pinch of Salt

How to Make

Step 1

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add mini marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.

Step 4

Immediately add gluten free rice cereal and stir quickly until all cereal is evenly coated.

Step 5

Press the mixture firmly into a greased 9×13 inch pan using a spatula or buttered hands. Let cool for 15 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.

Helpful Tips

Keep the Heat at Medium or Lower

When you melt the butter and marshmallows, keep your burner at medium or even medium-low. If the heat is too high, the marshmallows will start to scorch on the bottom of the pot before they fully melt, and that gives the whole batch a weird toasted taste and a tougher texture.

You want the marshmallows to melt slowly and evenly into a smooth, gooey mixture. It takes a little more patience, but the end result is softer treats that actually stay soft.

If you notice the mixture starting to brown or stick hard to the bottom, pull the pot off the heat for a few seconds and turn the burner down a notch before continuing.

Stir the Marshmallows the Whole Time

Once the marshmallows hit the melted butter, don’t walk away or stop stirring. They stick to the pot fast, and if any part sits on the hot surface too long without being moved, it’ll burn and get clumpy.

Use a silicone spatula or a wooden spoon and keep scraping the bottom and sides of the pot as you stir. You want a completely smooth and glossy marshmallow mixture with no lumps before you move on to the next step.

Check That Your Cereal Is Actually Gluten Free

Not all rice cereal is gluten free, even if it looks like it should be. Some brands add barley malt or other ingredients that contain gluten, so always flip the box over and read the label before you use it.

Look for a box that specifically says gluten free on the front or back. Brands like One Degree Organics and some store brands make certified gluten free rice cereal that works great for this recipe.

This is the one ingredient that can trip you up if you grab the wrong box, so it’s worth double checking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use regular-sized marshmallows instead of mini?

Yes, you can use regular-sized marshmallows. Just use about 40 large marshmallows, which is roughly equivalent to the 4 cups of minis called for in this recipe. You can also chop them up a bit so they melt faster and more evenly.

Mini marshmallows are preferred here because they melt quicker and create a smoother mixture with less stirring, but regular ones work just fine with a little extra patience.