Nutella Rice Krispie Treats are a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert. Shape them like footballs for game-day parties or enjoy squares any time.
Combining classic rice krispie treats with creamy Nutella creates a nostalgic dessert with a rich, hazelnut twist. These treats take only a few ingredients and minimal hands-on time, making them ideal for parties, bake sales, or a quick sweet fix. For a festive touch, use a football-shaped cookie cutter and pipe icing laces to make them perfect for game day.
Nutella Rice Krispie Treats Ingredients
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup Nutella (or other hazelnut spread)
- White decorating icing for piping laces (or use white chocolate)
Nutella Rice Krispie Treats Instructions
- Line a 9″ x 13″ baking dish with parchment paper and lightly coat the paper with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large pot over low-medium heat, add the butter and melt gently.
- Once the butter is melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until they are melted and smooth.
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the Nutella until fully combined and smooth.
- Add the rice krispies cereal and fold gently until the cereal is evenly coated with the Nutella-marshmallow mixture.
- Using a buttered spatula (or sprayed hands), press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Allow the pan to cool for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until the mixture has set.
- Lift the treats from the pan using the parchment paper. Use a football-shaped cookie cutter to cut shapes, or slice into squares for a simpler presentation.
- Pipe white decorating icing onto each football-shaped treat to create the laces. If you prefer, melt white chocolate and use a piping bag for cleaner lines.
- Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container until ready to serve.
Tips and Variations
- For firmer treats that hold their shape better, press the mixture firmly into the pan and chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes before cutting.
- Swap Nutella for other flavored spreads (peanut butter, almond butter, or cookie butter) to change the flavor profile.
- Add an extra cup of cereal for a lighter texture, or fold in chopped toasted hazelnuts for added crunch and nutty flavor.
- To make these gluten-free, ensure your cereal and marshmallows are certified gluten-free (many rice cereal brands are gluten-free, but always check labels).
- Decorate with colored icing to match team colors for themed events.
Serving and Storage
These treats are best served within 1–2 days of making them for optimal texture and flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If your kitchen is warm or humid, refrigerate the container to help them stay firm; bring to room temperature briefly before serving for softer bites. For longer storage, wrap individual treats tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to one month—thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Recipe Notes
Prep Time: about 15 minutes. Cooling Time: 30–60 minutes. Total Time: roughly 45–75 minutes depending on cooling. This recipe yields approximately 15 football-shaped treats when using a small football cookie cutter; yields vary with cutter size. Feel free to cut into squares or bars for simpler serving.
Nutrition Facts (approximate per serving)
- Calories: 238 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 9 g (Saturated Fat: 7 g)
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
- Sodium: 109 mg
- Sugar: 22 g
Easy to make and always a hit, Nutella Rice Krispie Treats are a fun twist on a classic. Whether you shape them for a game-day spread or cut them into simple squares for everyday snacking, they make a crowd-pleasing, chocolate-hazelnut treat the whole family can enjoy.
