Best Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Grease a 9x13-inch pan with butter. Set it aside.

Add the butter to a large stockpot set over medium-low heat. Reserve 1/2 cup of the marshmallows then stir in the remaining marshmallows and cook, stirring. Once the butter has melted, stir in the marshmallows and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until they are melted.

Remove the pot from the heat then carefully stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of kosher salt. Immediately stir in the cereal and reserved marshmallows until well-combined.

Transfer the cereal mixture into the prepared pan. Using a lightly greased spatula (or your hands), carefully spread the mixture into an even layer, compacting it very lightly. Set the treats aside to cool for at least 1 hour before using a sharp knife to cut them into pieces and serve.