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Creamy Ube Rice Krispies Treats

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A nostalgic twist on classic Rice Krispies treats with creamy ube halaya, creating a soft yet crunchy purple-hued dessert that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups (150g) Rice Krispies cereal
  • 10 ounces (280g) marshmallows, regular or mini (regular melts better for creaminess)
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, softened (can swap with coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • ¾ cup (180g) ube halaya (purple yam jam), smooth and firm
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: toasted shredded coconut or chopped macadamia nuts for topping

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch pan with butter or line it with parchment paper. (5 minutes)
  2. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt 4 tablespoons (56g) of unsalted butter until fully melted but not browned. (3 minutes)
  3. Add 10 ounces (280g) of marshmallows to the melted butter. Stir constantly with a spatula until marshmallows are completely melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes. (5-7 minutes)
  4. Lower heat to very low and add ¾ cup (180g) of ube halaya, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir continuously until fully combined and mixture turns lavender color, smooth and creamy without lumps. (3 minutes)
  5. Remove saucepan from heat and immediately fold in 6 cups (150g) Rice Krispies cereal. Stir gently but quickly to coat evenly without crushing. (2 minutes)
  6. Transfer mixture into prepared pan. Press down firmly and evenly to about 1-inch thickness using a spatula or wax paper. Avoid pressing too hard. (3 minutes)
  7. Let treats sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to set. Optionally refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to speed up. (30 minutes)
  8. Lift block from pan using parchment edges and cut into squares or rectangles with a sharp knife. Wipe knife with warm damp cloth between slices for cleaner cuts. (5 minutes)

Notes

Melt butter and marshmallows over low heat to prevent burning. Stir ube halaya in gently on very low heat to avoid lumps. Do not press mixture too hard into pan to maintain crisp texture. Use fresh marshmallows for best creaminess. For dairy-free, swap butter with refined coconut oil and use vegan marshmallows. Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze wrapped squares up to 1 month.

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