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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BEST Rocky Road Fudge Recipe

Rocky Road Fudge is a classic for the holiday season and you wont be able to stop eating it! Outrageously delicious, super easy and only 4 ingredients needed! Your family will love it!

December is such a busy time with getting ready for Christmas, attending parties, ending the school semester, packing to leave town, purchasing and making gifts… the list goes on. So for those of you who are crazy busy or just want something delish, this Rocky Road Fudge is for you!  It takes less then 10 minutes to whip up.

With just 4 ingredients and a microwave, how much easier do things get?! Seriously, I think the hardest part is waiting for the fudge to set up… and keeping my kiddos from eating the rest of the bag of marshmallows. You get all the flavors of your favorite ice cream but in fudge form!

Ingredients for Rocky Road Fudge

With just 4 ingredients, you’ll have the tastiest rocky road fudge! All these ingredients can also be bought several weeks ahead of time. Here is what you will need…

• Chocolate Chips: We prefer semi-sweet chocolate chips, but you can use milk chocolate chips if you prefer.
• Sweetened Condensed Milk: We always use Eagle Brand. It’s just best!
• Mini Marshmallows: just one 10oz bag will get the job done
• Walnuts: roughly chopped

The measurements of each ingredient can be found by scrolling down to the recipe card below.

How to Make Rocky Road Fudge

This might be the easiest fudge recipe you’ve ever seen! And the extra bonus is that it’s a no bake dessert. You don’t even need a double boiler or a candy thermometer. I don’t know about you, but quick and simple is exactly what I need around the holidays! Here are the basic steps:

1. Prep: Line a 9×9 inch pan with foil and grease lightly with butter.
2. Microwave: Place chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute. Stir and then microwave in 15 second increments until chocolate is melted and smooth.
3. Fold: Add the marshmallows and nuts and fold into the chocolate mixture.
4. Refrigerate: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
5. Serve: Slice into squares and serve.

The complete recipe is available in the recipe card at the end of this post. You can save or print the recipe from there.

Can I Double this Recipe to a 9×13 Pan?

Yes! If you are making fudge for a crowd or to give to neighbors for Christmas, then definitely double the recipe in a 9×13 baking pan.

What Nuts Can You Substitute for Walnuts in Recipes?

If you are looking for a substitute for walnuts, there are several nuts that will work just fine. Black walnuts or other nuts such as pecans, cashews, almonds or p

Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

Indulge in these delicious chocolate marshmallow cookies, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. With a soft and gooey center and a chocolate frosting, these cookies are a treat for any occasion.

These cookies are thick and chewy and loaded with chocolate flavor. They are topped with a gooey roasted marshmallow and then frosted with a luscious chocolate cream cheese frosting. Totally indulgent and decadent!

Chocolate Marshmallow cookies always make me feel loved. I have had two lovely connections with these cookies and not only do I want you to read about my experience, but I totally want you to have the recipe too.

First memory…going shopping with my mom at the Vancouver mall in Vancouver, WA. They had a cookie shop and we weren’t really a family to eat out, actually, we weren’t really a mall family either, haha. Well, on one occasion my mom and her best friend had to run to the mall and I was with them when they allowed me and her friend’s child to buy a cookie from the little cookie shop on the top floor. I got a chocolate marshmallow cookie and I can still remember the feeling of my teeth sinking into that thick and chewy cookie. IT WAS AMAZING!!!

Fast forward a few short years and an interning teacher in my 4th grade class treated another little girl and I to a fun day out which included… a chocolate marshmallow cookie!!! I can still remember what a special teacher she was and mostly because she made me feel special and seen. It’s no wonder that all these years later I wanted to share the cookie with those I love! Don’t you love when food is linked to special moments?

Ingredients for Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

We are going to use cocoa powder and chocolate pudding mix to load these cookies with chocolate flavor. The rest of the ingredients are pretty standard cookie ingredients. Here is everything you’ll need:

• Unsalted Butter: make sure it is softened
• Granulated Sugar: adds sweetness
• Brown Sugar: adds rich flavor and sweetness
• Large Eggs: gives structure to the cookies
• Vanilla Extract: adds flavor
• Flour: just regular all-purpose flour is all you need
• Salt: enhances all the flavors
• Baking Soda: adds rise and fluffiness
• Cocoa Powder: adds bold chocolate flavor
• Instant Chocolate Pudding: grab a 5.1 oz box of either Devil’s Food or Chocolate Fudge flavor
• Marshmallows: you want large marshmallows

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post. See the next section for all the ingredients for the chocolate cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients for Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

There aren’t any surprises in the ingredients for this smooth chocolate cream cheese frosting. Here is the ingredients list:

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