Are Kellogg's Rice Krispies bars healthy?

Rice Krispies bars, while fun and nostalgic, aren’t exactly a health food. The classic store-bought versions are mostly made from rice cereal, corn syrup, sugar, and sometimes added fats or preservatives. While they’re low in fat and have modest calories per bar, they offer little in terms of fiber, protein, or vitamins. However, when you make rice krispies ice cream bars at home, you can control portions, ingredients, and even reduce sugar by opting for lighter ice cream or adding in fruit like banana slices

Why don’t they sell Rice Krispies anymore?

This is a common question lately! Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal has experienced supply chain delays and ingredient sourcing issues in recent years. In some regions, it has become harder to find, especially during peak production challenges post-pandemic. But don’t worry—it’s not discontinued. Kellogg’s has stated they are working to stabilize production. Meanwhile, most grocery chains carry generic puffed rice cereal that works just as well for this recipe.

Are Rice Krispies bars halal?

Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal itself is generally made with ingredients that are plant-based and not inherently non-halal. However, the marshmallows used in traditional Rice Krispies treats (and ice cream bars) are often made with gelatin, which may not be halal unless sourced from halal-certified beef. The good news is, there are many halal-certified or gelatin-free marshmallows on the market, so you can easily make this recipe suitable for halal diets.

Why were strawberry Rice Krispies discontinued?

Strawberry Rice Krispies cereal, the pink-hued fruity spin-off, was discontinued due to low sales and limited demand , though it had a small cult following. While it occasionally makes limited-edition comebacks, it’s not part of the core cereal lineup. If you loved the flavor, you can recreate the vibe by mixing freeze-dried strawberries or strawberry-flavored marshmallows into your rice krispies ice cream bars—a trick I use often in my berry dessert recipes.

Rice Krispies Ice Cream Bars – Easy Summer Treat, 5-Ingredient Delight

Description

Crispy, creamy, and nostalgic, these rice krispies ice cream bars are a cool summer treat made with just 5 ingredients. Perfect for parties, BBQs, or a freezer-friendly dessert.

Ingredients

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3 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cups mini marshmallows

6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

1.5 quarts vanilla ice cream (softened)

1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional for drizzle)

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Instructions

1. Line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper.

2. Melt butter in a pot over low heat. Stir in marshmallows until fully melted.

3. Remove from heat and stir in Rice Krispies until coated.

4. Press half the mixture into the pan evenly. Let cool slightly.

5. Spread softened ice cream evenly over the cereal base.

6. Top with remaining cereal mixture and press gently.

7. Freeze for at least 3 hours or until firm.

8. Lift with parchment and slice into bars.

9. Drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.

Notes

Use parchment for easy removal.

For clean cuts, use a hot knife.

Store bars in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 210
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg