Rice Krispies® Protein Squares Recipe

Ingredients

• 100 ml or 1/2 cup margarine or butter
• 1.25 L or 5 cups miniature or 40 regular (250 g pkg) marshmallows
• 2 ml or 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• 100 g (¾ cup) or 3 scoops of your favourite protein powder
• 4 1/2 cups Rice Krispies® cereal

Directions

1. Lightly grease a 9x9” square pan. Line with parchment paper for easy removal. Set aside.
2. Add the butter or margarine to a large microwave safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds or until the butter is melted.
3. Add the marshmallows to the bowl and toss to coat in the butter. Microwave on HIGH for 45 second intervals, stirring in between until melted and smooth.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract and protein powder. Mix until smooth.
5. Add the Rice Krispies® cereal and stir until well coated before emptying the bowl into the prepared pan and pressing the mixture into an even layer with a lightly butter spatula.
6. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before removing the pan and slicing into squares.

Mess and Clean-Up

• You can line your baking pan with parchment paper or waxed paper to cut down on mess.
• Grease your spatula or spoon before combining the melted ingredients with the Rice Krispies® cereal.
• When pressing down the treats, to avoid sticky fingers. Try wetting your hands, using the butter stick wrapper or waxed paper.

Recipe Hacks

• For best results, use fresh marshmallows.
• 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow crème can be substituted for marshmallows.
• Diet, reduced calorie or tub margarine is not recommended.
• Store no more than two days at room temperature in airtight container.
• To freeze, place in layers separated by wax paper in airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.