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10 ounces of marshmallows

3 tablespoons of unsalted butter

6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal

Pinch of salt

½ teaspoon of vanilla extract

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1. Prepare a 9x13 inch pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it with butter.

2. Melt the 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat in a large pot.

3. Add the marshmallows to the melted butter and stir constantly. Add the vanilla and a pinch of salt while the marshmallows are melting.

4. Remove the pot from the heat and immediately incorporate the Rice Krispies cereal. Gently but firmly stir until each piece of cereal is coated with the mixture.

5. Pour the hot mixture into the prepared pan. Press down gently with a greased spatula to level it, without compacting too much.

6. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.

The perfect texture of Rice Crispy Treats is an art that requires attention to detail. These tips will help you achieve that soft and chewy texture that everyone loves.

Temperature and Cooking

Melt the butter and marshmallows over very low heat, never high, to prevent them from crystallizing and hardening.

Remove the mixture from heat immediately when the marshmallows are melted, without overcooking.

Perfect Proportions

Use more butter than traditional recipes: 6 tablespoons instead of 3 to achieve a softer and richer texture.

Slightly reduce the amount of cereal: use 5 cups instead of 6 to get softer treats.

Molding Technique

Press the mixture into the mold very gently, without compacting too much.

If you press too hard, the treats will become hard when they cool.