Cereal treat

A cereal treat is a no-bake dessert made by binding crispy cereal, most commonly rice cereal, with melted marshmallows and butter. Originating in the United States, it's a simple, nostalgic confection that has become a staple at children's parties and a popular homemade snack.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These treats are very high in carbohydrates and added sugars, with a moderate amount of fat from the butter and marshmallows. A single, standard-sized square provides a quick energy boost but offers minimal essential nutrients like protein, fiber, or vitamins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	2.5 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	11 g
Sodium	75 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	2.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Folate	50 mcg
Phosphorus	30 mg
Magnesium	10 mg

Per 1 bar (approx. 30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the cereal treat is an icon of American convenience food and childhood nostalgia, often associated with the brand name 'Rice Krispies Treats' after its popularizer. Its unique texture—a perfect balance of chewy and crispy—comes from the specific chemical properties of gelatin in the marshmallows, which sets as it cools to bind the cereal.