Low Fat Classic Rice Crispy Squares

Indulge in the nostalgia of a beloved childhood dessert with a guilt-free twist in these Low Fat Classic Rice Crispy Squares. Made with just four simple ingredients—reduced fat margarine, gooey mini marshmallows, a splash of vanilla extract, and crunchy crisped rice cereal—this recipe delivers all the chewy, buttery goodness you love without the extra calories. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in under 20 minutes, these homemade treats are a hassle-free, no-bake delight that's sure to impress kids and adults alike. Whether you're looking for a light dessert, an easy potluck offering, or a snack to pack for school or work, these low fat rice crispy squares are the ultimate crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Reduced fat margarine
• 4 cups Mini marshmallows
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 6 cups Crisped rice cereal
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Lightly coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, melt the reduced fat margarine over low heat. Stir frequently to avoid burning.

Step 3

Once the margarine is fully melted, add the mini marshmallows to the saucepan.

Step 4

Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and mix with the margarine.

Step 5

Add in the vanilla extract and stir to combine.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat.

Step 7

Quickly add the crisped rice cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture, stirring gently until the cereal is completely coated.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Step 9

Using a spatula or wax paper lightly coated with cooking spray, press the mixture evenly into the dish.

Step 10

Let the mixture cool at room temperature until firm, usually about 30 minutes.

Step 11

Once cooled, cut into 16 squares, and enjoy your low fat treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(856.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3197.6

Total Fat 16.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3794.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 711.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 183.1g
Protein 36.4g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 0.6mg	0%
Iron 147.3mg	0%
Potassium 645.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.8%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 90.6%