Here’s a fun and delicious Banana Pudding Rice Krispies recipe that combines the classic flavors of banana pudding with the crispy texture of a Rice Krispies treat:
Banana Pudding Rice Krispies Treats
Ingredients:
- 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix (dry, not prepared)
- 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers (plus extra for topping, optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Sliced bananas or banana chips for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare your pan:
Lightly grease or line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper. - Melt the base:
In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth. - Add banana pudding mix:
Stir in the dry banana pudding mix and vanilla extract until well incorporated. (Do not prepare the pudding with milk.) - Combine:
Quickly add the Rice Krispies cereal and crushed vanilla wafers to the marshmallow mixture. Stir until evenly coated. - Optional mix-ins:
Stir in white chocolate chips if using. - Press into pan:
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a greased spatula or wax paper to press it down evenly. - Cool and garnish:
Let set at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Top with extra crushed wafers or banana chips, if desired. - Cut and serve:
Slice into squares and enjoy!
Would you like a no-marshmallow version or one with real banana added in?