Rice Krispie Treats

Ingredients

• 6 Tbsp butter (salted) ($0.60)
• 6 cups mini marshmallows (10oz. package) ($1.00)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract ($0.14)
• 4 cups rice krispie cereal ($0.56)

Steps

1. 1

   Line an 8x8 dish with waxed paper or foil and coat lightly in oil.

2. 2

   Add the butter to a pot and melt over medium heat.

3. 3

   Once the butter is melted, add the marshmallows and continue to stir and cook until the marshmallows are melted and incorporated into the butter.

4. 4

   Once the marshmallows are melted and incorporated, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Add the rice krispie cereal and stir until everything is coated in the marshmallow mixture.

6. 6

   Press the rice krispie mixture into the prepared dish using a lightly oiled spatula. Avoid over compacting the treats.

7. 7

   Allow the treats to cool at room temperature or in the refrigerator until solid. Slice into 9 pieces and serve.