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Malted Milk Ball Rice Krispie Treats

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By: Leigh Anne WilkesPosted: 10/03/20Updated: 1/19/22

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The addition of malted milk powder and malted milk balls to make malted milk ball rice krispie treats is pretty much brilliant!

rice krispie treats with malted milk balls

We love a good Rice Krispie treat at our house and these Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats are unreal!  I even put Rice Krispie treats into my ice cream! These Cinnamon Rice Krispie treats are a fun flavor addition too.

Secret to Perfect Rice Krispie Treats

I shared with you my Perfect Rice Krispie Treat recipe several years ago. Many of you have tried them and agree with me!  I love it when that happens.  The secret to a perfect rice krispie treat is more butter and more marshmallows!  But guess what,  you can make it even better.  How you may ask?  Just add malted milk balls!  And for even more malted milk flavor I added in malted milk powder.

stack of malted milk ball rice krispies

Ingredients Needed

Malted Milk Balls. A candy, classically made with a center consisting of malted milk powder and an outer coating of chocolate.

Malted Milk Powder. Malted milk powder was originally developed from barley malt as a supplement in baby formula.  As more people began to enjoy the flavor, it began to be added into drinks at the soda fountain and the Malted Milk Shake was born. You will find malted milk powder in the same aisle as the powdered milk. It is also called Ovaltine.

Marshmallows. I like to use mini marshmallows but you can also use full size marshmallows.

Crispy Rice Cereal. You can get creative and use another type of cereal if you prefer.

Butter. I like salted butter. If using unsalted butter, throw in a pinch of salt.

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overhead shot of malted milk ball rice krispie treats

How to Make Malted Milk Ball Rice Krispie Treats

  • Melt butter and marshmallows in a heavy sauce pan. When melted, stir in malted milk powder.
  • Place Rice Krispies into a large bowl.
  • Pour marshmallow mixture over the top and stir to combine. 
  • Stir in crushed malted milk balls, reserving some for the top.
  • Spread mixture into a greased or parchment line pan and sprinkle with reserved malted milk balls.  Just use your hand to lightly press them into the Rice Krispie treats so they stick!
two rice krispie treats stacked up

Pretty much the perfect way to dress up a Rice Krispie treat!  The malt powder and the malted milk balls give you a subtle malt flavor but it’s not overpowering at all.

Tips for Perfect Rice Krispie Treats

  • Don’t overcook the marshmallow, remove from the heat as soon as they are melted. The longer they cook, the harder they will get. You want soft and chewy!
  • After you place the mixture into your prepared pan, gently press down on it. Don’t make them too compact, you want light and chewy, not dense.
  • Don’t over stir, stir just until cereal is coated. The cereal will begin to break down if over stirred.
  • Frequently Asked Questions

    How long will they last?

    When stored in an airtight container, these treats will stay soft for 2-3 days, after that they will dry out a bit and become harder and crisper. They are best eaten the day of!

    Can I freeze Rice Krispie Treats?

    I don’t recommend it, they tend to get hard and chewy when frozen.

    What cereal can you use instead of rice krispies?

    Any kind of crispy cereal will work such as Kix or Chex

    Why are my rice krispie treats hard?

    You have probably cooked your marshmallow mixture over too high of heat and for too long. Melt your butter and marshmallows over a low – medium low heat. It will take a few more minutes but it’s worth it!

    Some of my other favorite treats include:

    • Malted Milk Ball Cookies
    • Malted Milk Ball Ice Cream
    • Perfect Rice Krispie Treats
    • Cinnamon Rice Krispie Treats
    • Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
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    malted milk ball rice krispie squares

    Malted Milk Ball Rice Krispie Treats

    Recipe From: Leigh Anne Wilkes
    The addition of malted milk powder and malted milk balls to make malted milk ball rice krispie treats is pretty much brilliant!
    serves: 24 pieces
    Prep:15 minutes
    Cook:0 minutes
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    Total:15 minutes
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    Ingredients

    • 16 oz. marshmallows
    • 1/2 cups butter
    • 12 oz. rice krispie cereal
    • 3/4 cups malted milk powder
    • 3 cups malted milk balls chopped and divided

    Instructions

    • Melt butter and marshmallows over medium low heat and stir until smooth, melted and incorporated.
    • Add in malted milk powder
    • Add in cereal
    • Add in 2 cups of malted milk balls
    • Place in a lightly greased 9 x 13 pan
    • Sprinkle remaining malted milk balls on top and press lightly into cereal.

    Tips & Notes:

    • Don’t overcook the marshmallow, remove from the heat as soon as they are melted. The longer they cook, the harder they will get. You want soft and chewy!
    • After you place the mixture into your prepared pan, gently press down on it. Don’t make them too compact, you want light and chewy, not dense.
    • Don’t over stir, stir just until cereal is coated. The cereal will begin to break down if over stirred.

    Nutrition Facts:

    Calories: 165kcal (8%) Carbohydrates: 30g (10%) Protein: 2g (4%) Fat: 5g (8%) Saturated Fat: 3g (19%) Cholesterol: 11mg (4%) Sodium: 139mg (6%) Potassium: 47mg (1%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 14g (16%) Vitamin A: 1070IU (21%) Vitamin C: 9mg (11%) Calcium: 14mg (1%) Iron: 4mg (22%)
    * Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
    Course:Dessert
    Cuisine:American
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    Originally posted February 17 2015

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    1. Ben says

      Posted on 10/15 at 3:38 am

      I wonder how it would taste with chocolate malted milk powder.

      Reply
    2. Bonnie says

      Posted on 4/1 at 4:48 am

      Loved it

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    3. Tiffany says

      Posted on 2/18 at 5:26 am

      These sound so yummy!! Can’t wait to try them! 🙂

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