The Best Heart Rice Krispie Treats (Perfect For Valentines Day!)

Ingredients

• cup sRice Krispies cereal
• tbsp butter
• (16 oz) packagemini marshmallows
• tsp vanilla extra ct
• cooking spray
• (heart-shaped) cookie cutter, optional, see notes
• sprinkles, optional

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
2. Add the marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until completely melted and well combined. Mix in the vanilla extract.
3. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
4. Coat a large spatula or spoon with cooking spray to prevent sticking (or coat your fingers with water) and press the mixture firmly into a greased 9×9 inch baking pan. Add sprinkles to the top if using.
5. Allow the mixture to cool and set for about 30 minutes. Once cooled, use a cookie cutter to cut out rice krispie treats in the desired shape. For the leftover pieces, simple place into the cookie cutter to make more of the shape.
6. Feel free to get creative and decorate the treats with icing, sprinkles, or chocolate drizzle for an extra special touch. Enjoy!