7 Ways to Use Rice Krispies Beyond Rice Krispies Treats

There's more than one way to use the classic puffed rice cereal.

Spicy Brussels Sprouts with Mint
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© Gabriele Stabile

From savory brussels sprouts to a luscious chocolate layer cake with a complex crunch, here are seven surprising ways to use Rice Krispies cereal as a topping and a fun texture component.

Sweet Potatoes with Crispy Rice Topping

Sweet Potatoes with Crispy Rice Topping
© John Kernick

Instead of marshmallows, these fluffy sweet potatoes from former Food & Wine editor in chief Dana Cowin are topped with crunchy Rice Krispies.

Spicy Brussels Sprouts with Mint

Spicy Brussels Sprouts with Mint

© Gabriele Stabile

Chef David Chang's savory dish gets its amazing texture thanks to Rice Krispies cereal.

Cheese Crisps

Rice Krispies cereal gives these cheddary wafers their terrific crackle.

Charred Broccoli with Blue Cheese Dressing and Spiced Crispies

Charred Broccoli with Blue Cheese Dressing and Spiced Crispies
© John Kernick

Top Chef alum Stephanie Izard amps up broccoli with an irresistibly crunchy, butter-toasted Rice Krispies topping.

Crunchy Milk Chocolate-Peanut Butter Layer Cake

Crunchy Milk Chocolate—Peanut Butter Layer Cake
© Tina Rupp

This incredible layer cake features a filling made with almonds, salted peanuts, creamy peanut butter, chocolate, and Rice Krispies.

Spicy Cashew Brittle and Chocolate Crunch Bark

Spiced Cashew Brittle and Chocolate Crunch Bark

© Jonny Valiant

Chocolate and Rice Krispies are all you need for crunchy chocolate bark, and this one's served alongside cayenne-spiked cashew brittle.

Caramel Cream Pie with Crispy Rice Topping

Caramel Cream Pie with Crispy Rice Topping
© Frances Janisch

This surprisingly luxe dessert features humble ingredients like graham crackers (crushed with hazelnuts to yield a tender crust) and puffed rice cereal (transformed into a brilliant topping).

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