Consisting of marshmallows and puffed rice cereal, Rice Krispie treats are a simple dessert. At least, they used to be. These days you can find Rice Krispie treats in every shape and flavor, from fruity watermelon to chocolatey Nutella. If you wanted to, you could make a different recipe every night of the week -- for two weeks straight! And when you get a look at these easy-to-make sweets, you just might do that.

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  • Peanut Butter Cup Cheerios Bars

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://bakeat350.blogspot.com/2012/07/cheerios-old-chap.html" target="_hplink">Peanut Butter Cup Cheerios Bars recipe</a> by Bake at 350</strong> These Rice Krispie treats skip the Rice Krispie and use Cheerios instead. They're topped with Reese's Peanut Butter cups and peanut butter chocolate swirl.

  • Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.savorynotes.com/recipe/strawberry-rice-krispie-treats" target="_hplink">Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by Savory Notes</strong> Freeze-dried strawberries aren't just for astronauts anymore. They make a great topping for Rice Krispie treats too.

  • Butterfinger Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.recipegirl.com/2012/02/20/butterfinger-rice-krispie-treats/" target="_hplink">Butterfinger Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by Recipe Girl</strong> Butterfingers add a nice crunch to these Rice Krispie treats -- and a great buttery flavor too.

  • S'mores Rice Krispies Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.glorioustreats.com/2011/07/smores-rice-krispies-treats-recipe.html" target="_hplink">S'mores Rice Krispies Treats recipe</a> by Glorious Treats</strong> It's logical to want to make s'mores out of Rice Krispie treats since they already have marshmallows in them. And taking them to this chocolatey next step is just delicious!

  • Chocolate Chip Oreo Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://onceuponasmallbostonkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/03/chocolate-chip-oreo-rice-krispie-treats.html" target="_hplink">Chocolate Chip Oreo Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by The Small Boston Kitchen</strong> Oreos, chocolate, marshmallows and Rice Krispies. Could you ask for anything more in a dessert?

  • Red Velvet Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://fromdahliastodoxies.blogspot.com/2012/02/red-velvet-rice-krispie-treats.html" target="_hplink">Red Velvet Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by From Dahlias To Doxies</strong> Red-velvet cake-mix is added to the marshmallow mixture to make these rich Rice Krispie treats. They're deep red, taste of cake and are perfectly sweet.

  • Nutella Rice Krispy Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.chef-in-training.com/2012/03/nutella-rice-krispy-treats/" target="_hplink">Nutella Rice Krispy Treats recipe</a> by Chef in Training</strong> Nutella not only makes these treats rich, chocolatey and delicious, but it also transforms them into a candy bar type of dessert.

  • Tangy Watermelon Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://chewnibblenosh.com/2012/06/28/tangy-watermelon-rice-krispie-treats/" target="_hplink">Tangy Watermelon Rice Krispie Treats</a> recipe by Chew Nibble Nosh</strong> Flavored Kool-Aid gives these Rice Krispies a tangy flavor and their vibrant watermelon-like colors.

  • Mint Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.katiescucina.com/2012/03/mint-chocolate-chip-rice-krispie-treats/" target="_hplink">Mint Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by Katie's Cucina</strong> It's hard to beat the combination of mint and chocolate. Only the added crunch of Rice Krispie's can improve upon it.

  • Oreo Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://amorouschick.blogspot.com/2012/04/recipe-oreo-rice-krispie-treats.html" target="_hplink">Oreo Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by Ashly Star</strong> White chocolate and Oreo cookies make these crispy treats taste just like cookies and cream.

  • Double Chocolate & Caramel Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.makoodle.com/gourmet-rice-krispie-treats/" target="_hplink">Double Chocolate & Caramel Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by Makoodle</strong> White chocolate, milk chocolate and caramel are used to top these chewy treats.

  • Neapolitan Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://erincooks.com/neapolitan/" target="_hplink">Neapolitan Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by Erin Cooks</strong> If you can't decide between strawberry, chocolate or vanilla, have all three in this layered Rice Krispie treat.

  • Cake Batter Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.motherthyme.com/2012/06/cake-batter-rice-krispie-treats.html" target="_hplink">Cake Batter Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by Mother Thyme</strong> Funfetti cake mix adds a new flavor to this treat. And when topped with white chocolate and sprinkles, they make a festive dessert.

  • Hazelnut Butter Rice Crispy Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.londonbakes.com/2012/06/hazelnut-butter-rice-crispy-treats.html" target="_hplink">Hazelnut Butter Rice Crispy Treats recipe</a> by London Bakes</strong> These are like no Rice Krispie treat you've ever had before. They include the complex flavors of hazelnut butter and honey.

  • Cookie Dough Rice Krispie Treats

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.stephsbitebybite.com/2012/06/01/cookie-dough-rice-krispie-treats/" target="_hplink">Cookie Dough Rice Krispie Treats recipe</a> by Stephs Bite by Bite</strong> These treats taste like cookies thanks to the use of brown sugar, vanilla and chocolate chips.

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