Chocolate Pretzel Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
These Chocolate Pretzel Rice Krispie Treats combine the classic crispy, chewy texture of rice krispie squares with a delightful salty crunch from pretzels and a rich dairy-free chocolate finish. Perfect as a sweet and salty snack, they are easy to make with simple ingredients and require no baking—just melting and mixing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (melting and mixing)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 3 tablespoons dairy-free margarine
- 1 10-ounce bag marshmallows
Mix-ins
- 3 cups rice krispies cereal
- 3 cups broken-up pretzels
Topping
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips or 4 ounces chopped dairy-free dark chocolate bar (e.g., Enjoy Life Dark chocolate)
- Flaky salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Select a 9 x 9 or 8 x 8 square baking pan, any material (glass, metal, Pyrex). Spray it with cooking spray. For easy removal, line the bottom and sides with parchment paper folded to create a ‘parchment belt’ that allows lifting the entire treat block after cooling.
- Melt margarine and marshmallows: In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave the margarine and marshmallows in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth without lumps. Reheat as necessary.
- Mix cereal and pretzels: Add the rice krispies cereal and broken pretzels to the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.
- Cool slightly: Let the mixture cool for a few minutes so it’s less hot before adding the chocolate, preventing it from melting completely into the mixture.
- Add chocolate and press into pan: Sprinkle half the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate over the mixture, mixing quickly so the chocolate softens but doesn’t fully melt. Then transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate on top and gently press it down into the treats.
- Add flaky salt and set: Lightly sprinkle flaky salt over the top to enhance the sweet and salty flavor. Allow the treats to cool completely to firm up before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Use dairy-free margarine and chocolate to keep this recipe vegan and dairy-free.
- The parchment belt makes it easier to remove the treats without damaging the pan or treats.
- Broken pretzels add a crunchy, salty contrast; adjust quantity to taste.
- Flaky salt is optional but highly recommended to balance sweetness.
- Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Keywords: rice krispie treats, chocolate pretzel treats, vegan dessert, dairy-free, marshmallow treats, salty sweet snack
