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White Chocolate-Covered Rice Krispies Treats Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 12 oz white chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Parchment paper
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
3. Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until completely melted.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
5. Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the saucepan and stir until well combined.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down with a spatula to create an even layer.
7. Allow the mixture to cool and set for at least 30 minutes.
8. In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil together until smooth.
9. Pour the melted white chocolate over the cooled Rice Krispies mixture and spread it evenly with a spatula.
10. Allow the white chocolate to set for at least 1 hour.
11. Once the white chocolate has set, use a sharp knife to cut the Rice Krispies treats into squares.
12. Serve and enjoy!


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Cooling and setting time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Temperature:
Low heat for melting butter and marshmallows
No temperature required for cooling and setting
Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl for melting white chocolate chips
Serving size:
Makes 12-16 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 230
Total fat: 11g
Saturated fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 160mg
Total carbohydrates: 32g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Total sugars: 20g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- White chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with coconut oil or canola oil.

Variations:
- Add sprinkles or chopped nuts on top of the white chocolate before it sets.
- Use different flavored marshmallows, such as strawberry or chocolate, for a different twist.
- Add food coloring to the melted white chocolate for a pop of color.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a spatula to press down the Rice Krispies mixture firmly into the baking dish to create a dense and chewy texture.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the treats into squares for clean edges.
- Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Storage instructions:
Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
No reheating required.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the treats on a platter or in a decorative tin for a festive touch.

Garnishes:
Add sprinkles or chopped nuts on top of the white chocolate before it sets.

Pairings:
Serve with a glass of cold milk or hot cocoa.

Suggested side dishes:
No side dishes required.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Rice Krispies mixture is too sticky, add more cereal until it reaches the desired consistency.
- If the white chocolate is too thick, add more vegetable oil to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Use fresh ingredients and make sure they are properly stored.
- Wash your hands and all utensils before and after handling food.
- Use caution when melting chocolate to avoid burning it.

Food history:
Rice Krispies treats were invented in 1927 by Mildred Day and her husband, who were employed by the Kellogg Company. The recipe was originally called "marshmallow squares" and was created as a way to promote the newly invented Rice Krispies cereal.

Flavor profiles:
Sweet and creamy white chocolate pairs perfectly with the crunchy and chewy texture of the Rice Krispies treats.

Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Crunchy, Chocolaty