Matcha rice krispie treats are chewy soft, easy to make, and packed full of green tea flavor! Enjoy this no-bake, 4 ingredients dessert as a light snack, potluck dessert, or lunch time treat.
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These vibrant green rice krispie treats are perfect for matcha lovers! They are aromatic, unique, crunchy but soft, and insanely delicious. Depending on the size you cut into, they can be enjoyed as packable snack, bars, or bite-size treats.
This recipe requires absolutely no baking. All it takes is to make the matcha marshmallow mix in a saucepan, drizzle over the rice cereal, and let it set in a square pan.
Ingredients for this recipe
- Salted dairy free butter
- Mini marshmallows
- Matcha powder
- Gluten-free crispy rice cereal
How to make matcha rice krispie treats
Step 1. Line an 8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Then lightly grease or oil spray the surface.
Step 2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter.
Step 3. Add in the marshmallows and melt completely.
Step 4. Sift in the matcha powder and mix well.
Step 5. Spray a large bowl with cooking spray (or lightly grease the surface). Place the rice cereal in the bowl, and pour the melted matcha marshmallow mix over the cereal. Mix to coat with a spatula.
Step 6. Transfer the krispie mixture into the prepared pan. Spread evenly and flatten the surface with the back of a large spoon.
Step 7. Let cool for about 2 hours at room temperature and cut into 16 squares.
*See the recipe card below for detailed instructions.
Tips
- For an easier release, lightly greasing the parchment paper really helps.
- To maintain the soft chewy texture, do not press down the krispies too hard.
FAQ
I use culinary grade matcha for this recipe, and it totally works! If you use a ceremonial grade, you will get a brighter green color with less bitterness.
They can be kept at room temperature for up to 1 week, stored in an airtight container. They can also be kept frozen for up to 3 months.
Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Cereal is not gluten-free due to its malt flavoring, but there are many others labeled gluten-free such as Malt O Meal, Nature's Path, and Aldi brand.
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Recipe
Matcha Rice Krispie Treats (4 Ingredients)
Equipment
- 1 x 8 (or 9) inch square pan
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons salted dairy-free butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- 1½ tablespoons matcha powder
- 5 cups gluten-free crispy rice cereal
Instructions
- Line an 8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Then lightly grease or oil spray the surface.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter.
- Add in the marshmallows and melt completely.
- Sift in the matcha powder and mix well.
- Spray a large bowl with cooking spray (or lightly grease the surface). Place the rice cereal in the bowl, and pour the melted marshmallow mix over the cereal. Mix to coat with a spatula.
- Transfer the krispie mixture into the prepared pan. Spread evenly and flatten the surface with the back of a large spoon.
- Let cool for about 2 hours at room temperature and cut into 16 squares.
Nutrition
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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