Gluten-Free Rice Krispy Treats

Puffed rice cereal and marshmallows labeled gluten-free are the base of these treats, stirred together with melted butter and vanilla and pressed into a 9x13 pan to cool. The result is chewy, sweet, crunchy squares from four ingredients and no oven.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 5 min Total: 25 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This medium desserts recipe yields 4 servings in about 25 minutes (20 min prep, 5 min cook). It uses 4 ingredients — including gluten-free puffed rice cereal, marshmallows, butter or dairy-free alternative — and walks through 6 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more desserts recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Rice Krispy Treats: When preparing this desserts recipe, many puffed rice cereals contain malt flavoring, a hidden barley source, so the cereal must be labeled gluten-free. Marshmallows are usually free of gluten but worth a check, and grease the pan with butter rather than a flour-based baking spray.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Rice Krispy Treats: This recipe relies on gluten-free puffed rice cereal and marshmallows to ensure it is free from gluten-containing grains.

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Ingredients

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6 cups gluten-free puffed rice cereal
10 oz marshmallows (about 40 regular-sized)
4 tbsp butter or dairy-free alternative
1 tsp pure vanilla extract Shop

Instructions

1 Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. This will prevent the treats from sticking.
2 In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the marshmallows and butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir, and then continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth. This should take about 2-3 minutes total.
3 Stir in the pure vanilla extract until it's fully incorporated into the melted marshmallow mixture. The aroma will become wonderfully fragrant.
4 Add the gluten-free puffed rice cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture. Gently fold everything together with a spatula until the cereal is evenly coated. Be careful not to crush the cereal too much.
5 Transfer the coated cereal mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using a greased spatula or your hands, gently press the mixture evenly into the pan. Work quickly as the mixture will start to set.
6 Allow the Rice Krispy Treats to cool completely at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or until firm to the touch. Once cooled, cut into squares and enjoy the classic, chewy, crispy goodness.

Nutrition (per serving)

308

Calories

10g

Protein

43g

Carbs

19g

Fat

Fiber

87mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Choose a puffed rice cereal labeled gluten-free. Many popular rice cereals are not.
Melt the marshmallows slowly and stir often. Overheated marshmallows make hard treats.
Press the mixture gently, as step 5 says. Packing it firmly makes dense treats.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Rice Krispy Treats take?

Gluten-Free Rice Krispy Treats takes about 25 minutes: 20 minutes to prep and 5 minutes to cook, for 4 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Rice Krispy Treats with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Rice Krispy Treats?

Check gluten-free puffed rice cereal, marshmallows, butter or dairy-free alternative before they go into Gluten-Free Rice Krispy Treats. Many puffed rice cereals contain malt flavoring, a hidden barley source, so the cereal must be labeled gluten-free. Marshmallows are usually free of gluten but worth a check, and grease the pan with butter rather than a flour-based baking spray.

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