Ube Rice Krispie Treats (Print View)

Chewy purple bars with nutty ube flavor and marshmallow coating. Ready in 20 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 6 cups crispy rice cereal
02 - 4 cups mini marshmallows
03 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
04 - 1/3 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ube extract (optional, for deeper color and flavor)

→ Optional Topping

06 - 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips, melted
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
02 - Place butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Once melted, add mini marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth.
03 - Add ube halaya and ube extract (if using) to the marshmallow mixture. Stir thoroughly until fully incorporated and the mixture achieves a vibrant purple color.
04 - Remove saucepan from heat. Immediately add crispy rice cereal and fold gently with a spatula until all pieces are evenly coated with the purple marshmallow mixture.
05 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Using a greased spatula or wax paper, press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan corners.
06 - If desired, drizzle melted white chocolate over the surface and immediately sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes while chocolate is warm.
07 - Allow treats to cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour until completely set. Cut into 16 equal squares using a sharp knife.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The ube adds this incredible nutty, vanilla depth that makes regular marshmallow treats taste one dimensional
  • Theyre ready in twenty minutes but look like you spent forever on something special
  • The vibrant purple color makes people legitimately excited before they even take a bite
02 -
  • I once tried skipping the pan greasing step and spent twenty minutes prying treats out with a butter knife, so do not skip this
  • Folding the cereal gently instead of aggressively keeps the rice crispy instead of crushing it into sadness
  • Room temperature ube halaya incorporates much better than cold, which can seize up your marshmallow mixture
03 -
  • Use wet hands or a greased spatula when pressing the mixture into the pan to prevent sticking
  • If the mixture starts to stiffen before youve pressed it into the pan, pop it in the microwave for ten seconds to soften
  • The white chocolate drizzle is purely for looks, but honestly, looks matter when youre bringing something to share

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