Best 7 Crisp Chocolate Marshmallow Squares Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that is Crisp Chocolate Marshmallow Squares. This irresistible treat combines the richness of chocolate, the gooeyness of marshmallows, and the crispy crunch of rice cereal, resulting in a dessert that is both satisfying and nostalgic. Perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or simply enjoying as a sweet snack, these squares are a guaranteed hit among people of all ages.

The recipe collection offers two variations of this classic dessert: the traditional Crisp Chocolate Marshmallow Squares and a decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares. Both recipes start with a simple combination of melted butter, sugar, and cocoa powder, which is then pressed into a baking pan and topped with a layer of mini marshmallows. The traditional version is finished with a crispy topping made from rice cereal and melted butter, while the Chocolate Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares feature a layer of creamy peanut butter and chocolate chips before being topped with the rice cereal mixture.

Whichever variation you choose, you'll be rewarded with a pan of gooey, crispy, and utterly delicious treats that are sure to become a favorite. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a sweet journey together!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY CHOCOLATE SQUARES



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Folks will think you slaved away on these fast and fudgy treats. People often request the recipe and are surprised to find out how easy they are to make. Even kids can make 'em! -Karen Speidel, Wheeling, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 cups crisp rice cereal
1 cup salted peanuts
FROSTING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup milk
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the marshmallows, peanut butter, chocolate chips and butter. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes. Stir until well blended (the mixture will be lumpy). Add cereal and peanuts; stir until well coated. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan. , For the frosting, combine chocolate chips, butter and milk in another microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute. Add sugar and vanilla. With an electric mixer, beat frosting until smooth. Spread over the cereal mixture. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts :

CRISPY CHOCOLATE-MARSHMALLOW TREATS



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Bittersweet chocolate and cocoa powder give a classic cereal bar a devilish twist. With only five ingredients and 10 minutes of prep work, who could resist baking one of these batty bars?

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 10m

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for pan
1 bag (10 1/2 ounces) mini marshmallows
1/4 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa (spooned and leveled)
6 cups crisp rice cereal
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Butter an 8-inch square baking pan. Line bottom and two sides with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on both sides. Butter paper; set pan aside.
  • In a large saucepan, combine butter, marshmallows, and cocoa. Cook over medium, stirring frequently, until melted, about 6 minutes; stir in rice cereal. Press rice mixture into prepared pan; drizzle with melted chocolate. Let cool to room temperature; cut into 16 bars. (To store, keep in an airtight container at room temperature, up to 5 days.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 2 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP MARSHMALLOW SQUARES



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Make and share this Chocolate Chip Marshmallow Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rhonda J

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 15m

Yield 1 9x9

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup margarine
2 packages chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 package colored mini marshmallows

Steps:

  • On stovetop or in microwave melt first 3 ingredients.
  • When melted add vanilla and marsmallows, mix well and put in a buttered 9x9 (can use a 9x13 but they will not be as thick) Place in refrigerator to set& cool.

MARSHMALLOW CRISPIE BARS



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Easy, easy, easy. As a variation, you can add candy coated chocolates, chocolate chips, or nuts.

Provided by SHECOOKS2

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups miniature marshmallows
4 cups crisp rice cereal

Steps:

  • Coat a 9 x 13 inch pan with spray oil or margarine.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter or margarine over low heat. Add the vanilla. Melt the marshmallows into the margarine, stirring. Add the cereal when the marshmallows have melted; stir until cereal is coated. Quickly pour into the prepared pan. Use a sheet of waxed paper to press the mixture down flat and evenly into the pan.
  • Let set for 2 to 3 hours. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

DELUXE CHOCOLATE MARSHMALLOW BARS



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I've been asked to share this marshmallow chocolate bar recipe more than any other in my collection. It's a longtime favorite of our three daughters. How many times we've all made these, I can't count. - Esther Shank, Harrisonville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional
4 cups miniature marshmallows
TOPPING:
1-1/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup peanut butter
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups Rice Krispies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in nuts if desired. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake until set, 15-18 minutes or until set. Sprinkle with marshmallows; bake 2-3 minutes longer or until melted. Place pan on a wire rack. Using a knife dipped in water, spread marshmallows evenly over the top. Cool completely., For topping, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until blended. Remove from the heat; stir in Rice Krispies. Immediately spread over bars. Chill until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MARSHMALLOW CRISPY TREATS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons salted butter, plus more for greasing
One 10-ounce bag marshmallows
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups rice cereal
One 10-ounce bag mini white marshmallows
Rainbow sprinkles, to decorate

Steps:

  • Thoroughly grease a 9- by 13-inch pan with softened butter.
  • In a large pot, melt the butter. Stir in the regular marshmallows until they're totally melted. Stir in the salt. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Pour in the cereal, folding gently the whole time until all combined. Then pour in the mini marshmallows and gently fold in. Turn into the buttered pan and press flat. Immediately top with rainbow sprinkles.
  • Let cool completely, and then cut into squares.

CRISP CHOCOLATE MARSHMALLOW SQUARES



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Categories     Coffee     Liqueur     Chocolate     Dessert     Christmas     Cocktail Party     Super Bowl     Kahlúa     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 60 squares

Number Of Ingredients 13

For ganache
5 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (no more than 60% cacao if marked), chopped
3 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (70% cacao), chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons Tia Maria, Kahlúa, or other coffee-flavored liqueur
1 tablespoon instant-espresso powder or instant-coffee granules
For marshmallow squares
1/4 pound marshmallows (15 individual large marshmallows or 2 cups small)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups puffed-rice cereal such as Rice Krispies

Steps:

  • Make ganache:
  • Melt chocolates with cream, liqueur, and espresso powder in a metal bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water or in top of a double boiler, whisking occasionally, until smooth, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand at room temperature until thickened, about 2 hours.
  • Make marshmallow squares:
  • Line a 13- by 9-inch baking pan with a long sheet of foil, leaving a 1-inch overhang on each end.
  • Melt marshmallows and butter with sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently, until smooth, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and gently stir in puffed-rice cereal. Transfer to lined baking pan, pressing mixture evenly onto bottom with dampened fingertips. Cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes, then carefully lift from pan by grasping both ends of foil. Peel off and discard foil, then cut into 1-inch squares.
  • Spread some of ganache on half of squares, using about 1/2 teaspoon ganache each, then top with remaining squares. Reheat remaining ganache in metal bowl over barely simmering water, whisking occasionally, until loosened, then drizzle over tops of squares.
  • Let squares stand until set, about 15 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your squares.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the squares tough.
  • Bake the squares until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry.
  • Let the squares cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape.
  • Store the squares in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These crisp chocolate marshmallow squares are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are easy to make and always a hit with kids and adults alike. With their rich chocolate flavor and gooey marshmallow center, these squares are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give these squares a try. You won't be disappointed!

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