Chocolate rice crispy clusters

Chocolate rice crispy clusters recipe videos

Chocolate rice crispy clusters are a simple, no-bake treat made by binding puffed rice cereal with melted chocolate and often a sticky sweetener like marshmallows or syrup. They are a popular homemade confection found in many Western households, particularly in the United States and United Kingdom, as a quick and kid-friendly snack.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These clusters are primarily a source of carbohydrates from the cereal and sugar, with a significant amount of fat from the chocolate. A typical small cluster provides roughly 100-150 calories, offering quick energy but minimal protein or essential vitamins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	3.5 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	150 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Zinc	1.0 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Manganese	0.8 mg
Selenium	5 mcg

Per 1 cup (about 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, they represent a classic 'pantry staple' dessert, requiring no oven and being highly customizable. Nutritionally, they are a classic example of an energy-dense, hyper-palatable food that combines the quick energy of simple carbs with the reward of fat and sugar.