How to Make Sugar Free Rice Krispie Treats that taste like the original.
These tasty cereal treats are crunchy and sweet but, without all of the added sugar.
The recipe for Sugar Free Rice Krispie Treats.
This is a simple no-bake recipe for making a classic dessert treat.
However, unlike the original recipe, this recipe is made with less or no added sugar.
Did you try my Sugar Free Maple Pecan Biscotti recipe?
That is another recipe that features a sugar free version of a popular dessert treat. Both that tasty pecan biscotti and this krispie treat recipe would go great when served together!
To make this recipe you will need Sugar Free Marshmallows. You can find a selection of sugar free marshmallows here.
Frequently asked questions about Rice Krispie Treats.
"Rice Krispie Treats" are a no-bake dessert or treat recipe that is made with Rice Krispie Cereal. The cereal is combined with melted marshmallows and other ingredients to make the treats.
While traditional krispie treats are made with the Rice Krispie cereal, there are many variations. These variations using the same concept of combining melted marshmallows with cereal or other crunchy ingredients.
While the cereal itself is not as loaded in sugar as other cereals, the sugar in the marshmallows added can be the real culprit in making the cereal treats high in sugar.
To keep the sugar down when making cereal treats, you can try one of these ideas.
🔵Use lower sugar or no added sugar crispy cereal.
🟡Instead of regular marshmallows, use sugar free ones.
🟣Some folks will work around the marshmallows entirely my using a nut butter along with honey or syrup (I have not tried this!).
Tips for making krispie cereal treats.
Sugar free marshmallows are structurally different from regular marshmallows due to the difference in ingredients (corn syrup and sugar). This means that sugar free marshmallows tend to melt faster than regular marshmallows, which is something to keep in mind when making this recipe.
More helpful tips for you.
- Regular Rice Krispie Cereal, as just under four grams of sugar per serving. However,Rice Krispie Cereal is also available in Gluten Free (1 gram of sugar) which you can find online.
- This recipe can also be made keto or low in carbohydrates. Simply use a crispy keto low carb cereal that is similar to krispies.
- Prepping you pan well can be important in this recipe. I like to use parchment paper that is also sprayed with a bit of nonstick for a recipe such as this one.
How to store sugar free Krispie Treats.
These krispie treats should be stored in an airtight container, with parchment paper between layers, and refrigerated or frozen. If properly stored, they should should keep for about a week and a half refrigerated or longer when frozen.
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About this recipe for How to Make Sugar Free Rice Krispie Treats
This is a simple recipe for making a popular cereal bar but, without all of the added sugar.
These tasty cereal treats can be made low in sugar or low in carbohydrates by using modifications.
To make this recipe we will first prep a baking dish well for nonstick.
After prepping the baking dish we will melt the marshmallows with the butter together. Then we will combine the ingredients together before pressing them into the prepared baking dish to set.
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Ingredients needed to make sugar free Rice Krispie Treats.
Double this recipe to make a the same amount as a standard Rice Krispie Treat batch.
- Butter. Coconut butter or margarine can be used as alternatives.
- Sugar Free Marshmallows.- I use two 5.4 oz bags of marshmallows.
- Cereal. This can be Rice Krispie Cereal, another similar cereal, or even crispy keto low carb cereal that is similar to krispies.
- Vanilla Extract. Add for additional flavor.
- Optional add-ins include nuts, sugar free chocolate chips, or even sugar free candies.
Make this recipe a sugar free peanut butter rice krispie treats recipe.
Originally, I had posted this recipe to be sugar free with a gluten free alternative.
Now I have updated this recipe to include other alternatives as well!
To make this a sugar free peanut butter rice krispie treat recipe, you will need to make a bit of a change in your ingredients.
For the butter sub in add a quarter of a cup of peanut butter to the recipe plus 1 tablespoon of butter. You can find sugar free peanut butter here or use my recipe for sugar free peanut butter to make your own.
Sugar free krispie treat variations.
I mentioned above that you can make these peanut butter rice krispie treats. However, add a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder to the mix and make these cocoa flavored. Or, you can stir in some sugar free candy to make these a candy krispie treat.
Expert tip 👉 It is recommended that you melt the marshmallows and butter on a stove top rather than in a microwave. This is because sugar free marshmallows tend to melt differently from regular marshmallows and as a result, you will need to keep an eye on them.
How to make How to Make Sugar Free Rice Krispie Treats.
- Many people use a glass baking dish that has been well buttered or sprayed to make this. However, I am all for easy clean ups and making life easier and as a result, I am throwing in the option of using wax paper, foil or parchment paper that also extends over the sides of baking dish. This will allow you to simply lift the treats out of the baking dish to cut into servings in the end.
- Once your baking dish has been prepped, use a saucepan on low heat to melt your butter. Once the butter has melted you can stir in the marshmallows. Continue to stir as the ingredients melt together.
- When the marshmallow have been completely melted into the butter, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cereal and vanilla.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan from the first step.
- Allow the treat to set before cutting into servings.
Expert tip 👉 Use a well greased back side of a rubber spatula to press your mixture into your prepared pan to help prevent sticking.
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How to Make Sugar Free Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 2 tbs Butter
- 10.8 oz Sugar Free Marshmallows
- 3 cups Rice Krispie Cereal - see post for alternatives
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prep a 6 X 6, or similar sized, pan for nonstick. I use parchment paper or wax paper as these make the end product easier to serve and clean up a lot easier.
- Once your baking dish has been prepped, use a saucepan on low heat to melt your butter. Once the butter has melted you can stir in the marshmallows. Continue to stir as the ingredients melt together.
- When the marshmallow have been completely melted into the butter, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cereal and vanilla. Then press the mixture into the prepped pan from the first step.
- Allow the treats to fully set before cutting into servings.
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Yes, it is possible to learn How to Make Sugar Free Rice Krispie Treats.
Also, these sugar free treats taste pretty good as well!
Gloria Tretiak
where do I get sugar free marshmallows. I live in Canada. Can I order them from somewhere?
SFD
Hi- I was in total heaven when I found them on Amazon. Thanks!
Sheila Challis Dingle
I can't have maltitol. Any idea's to replace the sugar-free marshmallows?
SFD
That is a hard one as malitol is a favorite for things are like candy. I have yet to find something however, I will keep up my search as I am now curious to know. thanks