2-Minute Rice Krispie Treat in a Mug [+Video]

If you have 3 simple ingredients and 2 minutes to spare, then you are on your way to a single serving rice krispie treat in a mug! Satisfy that sweet tooth the right way!

Kids love them. Adults love them. They are a great dessert to feed a crowd. Our brown butter dulce de leche rice krispie treats are just about the best thing you will ever taste in your life! And if you want just a classic rice krispies treat, we’ve got you covered there too! But what if you just need a quick Rice Krispie treat fix and don’t want a whole pan of them tempting you all week long?

My sister and her family make little single serving Rice Krispie treats so that they don’t have a bunch of dessert sitting around that everyone keeps munching on. I thought it was such a great idea!

Here is a special glimpse into a typical evening in the Cheney household. We get the kids down for bed, and all we want to do is sit down with a sweet treat and veg!  Is this how it is at your house too? Or are we the only ones? The problem is that most sweet treats come in large quantities. This Rice Krispie treat in a mug for one has been our go-to lately!

The other problem is that we have no time to veg! After the kids are in bed is our prime time to jam out most of our work on the blog. But we aren’t complaining! There is something so fulfilling about being productive with your time! Don’t get me wrong, we quite often turn on some Netflix in the background.

Ingredients for Rice Krispie Treat in a Mug

You only need 3 ingredients to make this sweet treat for one! Here is the ingredients list:

• Butter
• Rice Krispies Cereal
• Marshmallows

If you happen to be out of Rice Krispies, scroll down to the section below for substitution ideas. The measurements needed can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Rice Krispie Treats – A History

Can you guess what year Rice Krispie treats came to be?  I had no clue, but it was a lot earlier than I expected! According to Wikipedia, Rice Krispie treats were invented in 1939 in the home economics department of the Kellogg Company as a fund raiser. That means there has been 85 years of Rice Krispie treats magic!  Everyone should make this Rice Krispie treat in a mug to celebrate!

Rice Krispie Treats for Special Diets

You can buy Rice Krispies that are gluten free. Just make sure the box says “Gluten Free” on the front.  They are different than your regular Rice Krispies. The Great Value Walmart brand is my go-to!

Butter and marshmallows are gluten-free. That is great news for our gluten free friends!  However with the butter in there, it is not dairy-free.  There is an easy solution for that…just replace the butter with coconut oil!  It works like a charm and still tastes like the Rice Krispie treat you know and love!

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Cottage cheese eggs are a simple dish that’s so packed with good-for-you ingredients and protein that it’ll keep you going well into the lunch hour. They’re truly a powerhouse breakfast and easy way to energize your morning!

Cottage Cheese Eggs

They’re so jammed with good stuff, in fact, that my boys used to (and technically still do) call them “Power Eggs.” The original title of the post here was “Cheesy Scrambled Eggs with Spinach a.k.a. Power Eggs.”

However, that title was a mouthful, albeit a delicious one, and the most important thing here is that these are just as tasty as can be, fluffy, cheesy, cottage cheese eggs. This is something we’ve been eating for well over ten years now, and the spinach in the recipe is optional. So, it was time to update this post. If you add spinach, though, Popeye will approve!

Spinach Eggs

Many years ago, after watching Popeye eat his spinach and then grow stronger, my boys decided this breakfast should be called “Power Eggs.” Pretty much any time that we have spinach in the house, my boys request that I prepare their eggs this way. And now that they can cook for themselves, they often add in spinach too.

Yes, you read that right. My children are actually requesting that I add more spinach to their breakfast. If you give it a try, I suspect that you’re going to love these eggs just as much as we do.

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EASY Roasted Strawberry Treasure Cave Mild Blue Cheese Tarts [+Video]

This sweet and savory tart is the perfect combination of roasted strawberries and tangy Treasure Cave Mild Blue Cheese. With a flaky puff pastry crust and creamy blue cheese filling, these roasted strawberry and blue cheese tarts are a delicious appetizer for any occasion.

Whether you’re hosting your own party for the big game or just wanting to bring an impressive dish to dazzle your guests, this recipe with Treasure Cave’s new Mild Blue Cheese is #FuelForTheFunky. If you remake this dish, tag me and let me know what you think!

This is our third recipe in partnership with Treasure Cave Cheese, and if you haven’t tried our roasted pear blue cheese dip and or blue cheese potato gratin casserole, then you definitely need to!

Ingredients for Blue Cheese Tarts

Here is a brief overview of each ingredient for this tasty tart recipe. Get your grocery list out and ready because you’re probably going to need to grab a few of these ingredients starting with the Treasure Cave Cheese.

• Treasure Cave Mild Blue Cheese Wedge
• Lemon: the acidity cuts through all the creaminess and richness
• Plain Greek Yogurt: adds more creaminess to the cheese filling
• Olive Oil: adds more richness to the cheese filling
• Strawberries: fresh strawberries is preferred
• Sugar: adds sweetness
• Balsamic Vinegar: adds acidity and rich flavor
• Vanilla Bean Paste: adds flavor
• Puff Pastry: the fluffy, buttery and flakey base for the tarts
• Egg: combines with the water to make an egg wash to help the puff pastry get golden and glossy as it bakes
• Water: see description for the egg
• Pistachios: adds a nuttiness and great texture
• Thyme Leaves: adds a pop of fresh herb flavor

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe down below so keep scrolling for all the details.

How to Make Roasted Strawberry Blue Cheese Tarts

Your guests are going to think you spent hours on these decadent blue cheese tarts but it only takes about a half hour. I love when fancy is so easy! Here are the basic steps:

1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Blend: Add the cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, yogurt and olive oil to a blender and blend together until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
3. Fold: Add the strawberries, sugar, balsamic vinegar and vanilla bean paste to a medium bowl and gently fold everything together.
4. Roll: Roll out the two puff pastry shee

Just three simple ingredients combine to create a rich and creamy homemade hot cocoa that tastes better than any packaged mix at the store. Milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and sugar are all you need to make the ultimate comforting cup of rich cocoa.

You can serve the cocoa as is or top it with marshmallows, whipped cream, sprinkles, or even dunk a candy cane in it for peppermint cocoa. However you choose to serve the cocoa, it also earns a smile.

Homemade Hot Cocoa

Most of us grew up on the little packets of hot cocoa mix sold in stores. Whether we were raised in snowy weather or in the desert, those packets meant it was winter and time for fun!

There’s a lot of comforting nostalgia in those packets, but with just a measuring spoon and about 10 extra seconds, you can wrap your hands around a mug full of homemade cocoa that tastes infinitely better and fresher.

And while that is enough argument in and of itself to make this, there’s a bonus: this homemade easy hot chocolate recipe is much more economical!

I’ve been making hot cocoa (without the packets)

Ultimate Manly Football Snack Mix for Super Bowl

Are you ready for the big game? This football snack mix is hearty, crunchy, salty and loaded with flavor. It’s everything you want in a Super Bowl snack!

With a little boy growing up, I seriously am living a whole different life than ever before. Boys are not the same as girls! And I love it! He’s tender and empathetic, athletic and adventurous, he’s all in! It’s been so fun to see him experience things and especially sporting events. I’ve started finding a fun event to watch and busting out crazy combinations of snack mixes. This savory snack mix is the epitome of all boy!!!

Ingredients for Football Snack Mix

Now this game day snack mix combination might sound wild, and that’s because it is! It’s a little out there, but I swear, you won’t be able to keep your hands out of it! I’m obsessed with the little chewiness the chunks of savory beef jerky adds! Here is what you will need:

• Microwave Popcorn
• Pretzels
• Cheez-It Crackers
• Roasted Salted Peanuts
• Corn Nuts
• Beef Jerky

The amount of each ingredient is really up to you! You can scale up for a bigger crowd. Our recommendations for measurements can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Variations

As with all snack mix recipes, this one is very customizable. You can easily swap out any component of this mix, or add more to it. If you’re a sweet and salty snack lover, you can even add some sweetness too. Here are some ideas:

• Bugles
• Almonds
• Cashews
• Sesame Sticks
• Bagel Chips
• Oyster Crackers
• Chex Cereal (Rice Chex, Wheat Chex or Corn Chex)
• Goldfish
• Cheerios
• Kettle Corn or Caramel Popcorn
• M&M’s
• Raisinets
• Reese’s Pieces
• Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

Why a Snack Mix is Perfect for the Super Bowl

I love a good snack mix for a big gathering because it’s so crowd friendly. You can put the bowl in the middle of the crowd and let everyone dig in. I also love to set a stack up cups next to it so people can munch on the mixture from their own serving.

With a snack mix, there’s bound to be something in the mix that everyone will love. The blend of textures and flavors is just so satisfying.

Storage Tips

This snack mix is best stored at room temperature in an airtight container. It will keep for up to a week. It will not freeze well.

Score big with this ultimate manly football snack mix, perfect for fueling up during the Super Bowl. Packed with protein (13g per serving) and flavor, it’s sure to be a game day favorite.

More Football Snack Food:

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