Pistachio Rice Krispies Treats with Chocolate Drizzle
These Easy Pistachio Rice Krispies Treats are the ultimate gourmet upgrade to a childhood classic! Crunchy, buttery cereal bars are studded with vibrant pistachios, tinted a festive pale green, and finished with a rich drizzle of semi-sweet chocolate. Ready in 30 minutes with no baking required. For another easy no-bake treat, try our Easy Leprechaun Popcorn.
Servings: 24 bars
Calories: 61kcal
Equipment
- Large Saucepan (6-quart) Provides enough space to easily mix the cereal and marshmallows.
- 13x9-inch Baking Pan Standard size for this recipe.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 package (10 oz) marshmallows
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 to 3 drops green food coloring (gel preferred)
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup shelled, unsalted pistachios, roughly chopped
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add marshmallows and stir constantly until completely smooth. Remove from heat.
- Stir in vanilla extract and green food coloring until the color is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Fold in the Rice Krispies cereal and chopped pistachios until fully coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Press mixture evenly and firmly into the prepared pan using a greased spatula or greased hands.
- Melt chocolate chips in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Drizzle over the treats.
- Let chocolate set at room temperature (about 1 hour) or refrigerate for 20-30 minutes. Cut into 24 squares with a greased knife.
Notes
Pro Tips: For the most vibrant green color, use gel food coloring instead of liquid drops. Toast the pistachios in a dry skillet for 3-4 minutes before chopping to deepen their nutty flavor. Work quickly when combining the cereal—the marshmallow mixture sets fast! For clean, professional-looking cuts, grease your knife with butter between each slice. To prevent soggy treats, store them in an airtight container at room temperature—not the fridge.