Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treats are sweet, sticky, gooey, and full of cookies and cream goodness! Cookies and cream lovers, this Rice Krispie treat is for you. A buttery marshmallow Rice Krispie treat stuffed with Oreo goodness … what’s not to love?!
We are huge fans of Rice Krispie treats in our house, and Oreos are always a winner … so I thought, why not combine the two for an amazing dessert-in-one? These Oreo Rice Krispie treats are ooey, gooey, and packed full of Oreo cookies for a treat everyone will love.
These Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treats are one of my favorite desserts to bring to potlucks and parties. They’re always a crowd pleaser. The challenge is getting them out of our house first, because my family loves them, too!
Why I LOVE this recipe!
- Rice Krispie treats, elevated – Desserts using Rice Krispies are delicious, sure – but add Oreos and they’re next-level!
- Simple & quick no-bake treat – These Rice Krispie Treats with Oreos only need a handful of ingredients and take a few minutes to make. No baking needed! I love how quickly they come together.
- Crowd-friendly dessert – It doesn’t get any more popular than Rice Krispie treats with Oreos!
Recipe Notes
This Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treats recipe is as simple as promised! Just 5 ingredients for a family friendly treat.
In this section I am going to go through a few tips and tricks I use for how to make Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treats to get the absolute best and most delicious results.
Make sure to scroll to the bottom for the FULL recipe card.
Ingredients + Substitutions
- Butter – I like to start with salted butter for a bit of extra flavor. If you only have unsalted butter, I recommend adding an additional 1/8 teaspoon of salt.
- Mini marshmallows – You’ll need one bag of mini marshmallows.
- Vanilla extract – The vanilla adds an extra touch of warm, sweet flavor that is so good!
- Salt – Just a small amount of table salt or fine-grain sea salt enhances the flavors in this Oreo Rice Krispie treat recipe.
- Oreos – You’ll need 12 Oreos.
- Rice Krispies – You’ll need 6 cups of Rice Krispies, which is about half of a box of cereal.
Make sure to see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full quantities and ingredients list.
Recipe Variations
If you love this recipe as much as we do and want some quick ways to change it up for variety, these little tips will do the trick!
- Golden Oreo Rice Krispie Treats– Swap in Golden Oreos for an extra vanilla-y cookies and cream treat.
- Chocolate-Drizzled Cookies & Cream Rice Krispie Treats– Drizzle equal amounts of melted milk chocolate and white chocolate over the top of the bars. Let cool and harden before cutting.
- Chocolate Cookies & Cream Rice Krispie Treats– Instead of plain Rice Krispies, swap in Cocoa Krispies cereal for an extra dose of chocolate.
Recipe Step by Step
I am going to highlight a few key steps in the recipe here, but make sure to jump down to the recipe card for comprehensive instructions on how to make Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treats.
Place the Oreos into a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin or meat mallet.
Place the butter into a large pot. Set the heat to medium and melt the butter.
As soon as the butter has melted, add the marshmallows. Stir until completely melted. Stir in the vanilla. Remove from the heat.
Stir in the Rice Krispies and the Oreo crumbs. Spread the mix into your baking dish, chill, then cut into squares.
Recipe Tips
- Spray the pan with non-stick spray – This will help your Oreo Rice Krispie squares release easily from the pan.
- Press the treats into the pan gently – Avoid packing them too tightly into the pan as this can result in hard and dense squares.
- Line the pan with parchment paper or foil – This step is optional, but when you line your pan before adding the Oreo Rice Krispies treat mixture, it can help with releasing the treats from the pan and it makes clean-up a cinch.
Recipe Short Cuts
If you need to make this recipe, but are extra short on time, here are a few ideas that can help make this recipe even faster!
- Crush the Oreos ahead of time – If you know you’re going to be making these treats but will be short on time, you can always crush your Oreos ahead of time and store them in the pantry until you’re ready to make them.
- Chill in the fridge – These Oreo Rice Krispie treats can be placed in the fridge to set, saving about 15 minutes.
Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treats Leftovers
If you have leftovers after making this recipe, then it is your lucky day! They save well, and can be shared with friends or enjoyed throughout the week.
The best way to store these Rice Krispie treats is to place in an airtight container or zip top bag, placing wax or parchment paper between layers if stacked.
- on the counter for 3-4 day
- in the refrigerator up to a week
- in the freezer for up to 3 months. (I recommend you individually wrap or pack them so you can take one without having to thaw all of them at once)
Recipe FAQ’s
How to make Rice Krispie treats?
The typical way to make Rice Krispie treats is to melt butter on the stovetop, then add marshmallows and stir until smooth. From there, pour in the Rice Krispies and spread the mix into a baking dish to harden. Cut into squares and serve.
Are Rice Krispie treats gluten free?
Yes, Rice Krispie treats are made with gluten-free ingreidents. However, these Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treats are NOT gluten-free because the Oreo cookies have gluten.
Can you freeze Rice Krispie treats?
Yes, Rice Krispie treats freeze well! Place them in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temp.
More EASY Dessert Bar Recipes
If you enjoyed this recipe, I really hope you will take a moment to grab a few more easy recipes for another busy night!
You can check out all of my easy dessert recipes here, or see a few of our readers favorite recipes below.
- Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
- Strawberry Crumble Bars
- Dark Chocolate Crunch Bars
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars
Cookies and Cream Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 16 ounces mini marshmallows, (1 large bag)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 12 oreos, crushed
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos into chunky pieces by placing them in a zip top bag and hitting them with a meat mallet or rolling them with a rolling pin.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Once melted, add the marshmallows and stir until they are completely melted. Then stir in the vanilla and salt.
- Remove from heat and stir in Rice Krispies cereal. Last, stir in the Oreo crumbs.
- Spray an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon the mixture into the pan, then very gently press with the back of a spatula or greased hands to even them out.
- Chill on the table for 20-30 minutes, or in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes. Then cut them into 12 regular sized treats or 9 large Krispie treats.
Recipe Notes
- Mini marshmallows: If you only have full-size marshmallows, those will work, too. They will take longer to melt, however, and you’ll want to melt them over low heat so they don’t overcook.
Leave a Reply