Get ready to celebrate Rice Krispies Treats Day on September 18 with a big bowl of your favorite crunchy snack! This day was created as a way to honor the invention of this classic treat, which has been around since 1939. It's hard not to love the combination of crispy rice cereal and melted marshmallow that makes this sugary confection so delicious. So break out your pan, grab some ingredients and let's get cooking!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1928</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rice Krispies Cereal Introduction</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Kellogg Company introduced Rice Krispies, the main ingredient in Rice Krispies Treats, to the market.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1939</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Treats Invented by Kellogg Employees</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mildred Day and Malitta Jensen, employees at the Kellogg Company, invented the Rice Krispies Treat recipe for a Camp Fire Girls event.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recipe Included on Cereal Boxes</div><div class='timeline-text'>Kellogg began to print the recipe for Rice Krispies Treats on their cereal boxes, helping it gain nationwide recognition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pre-made Treats Launched</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Kellogg Company began selling pre-made Rice Krispies Treats nationwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Record-breaking Krispies Treat</div><div class='timeline-text'>Kellogg's sets a Guinness World Record for largest Rice Krispies Treat weighing in at 2,480 pounds.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rice Krispies Treats Day Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The unofficial holiday, Rice Krispies Treats Day, was created to celebrate the enjoyment of this sweet crunchy snack.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own Rice Krispies treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making your own Rice Krispies treats is easy, and it's a great way to celebrate the day. Just melt some butter, marshmallows, and a little bit of sugar and you have the start of a wonderful treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Decorate Rice Krispies treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take your basic Rice Krispies treat and add some icing or sprinkles to make them extra special. You can also use cookie cutters to cut them into fun shapes and sizes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Buy special Rice Krispies treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out bakeries, specialty stores, or even make an online order to get some special Rice Krispies treats. You could get ones with different flavors or colors added in.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Rice Krispies treat bar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set up a bar with different ingredients such as chocolate chips, chopped nuts, raisins, dried fruit, candy pieces - the possibilities are endless! Let everyone make their own creation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Rice Krispies treat bake off</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends or family together for a bake off! Have everyone bring their own creations and let the fun begin. Have everyone vote on their favorite recipe and award the winner with a prize.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's quick and easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When it comes to Rice Krispies Treats, preparation is a breeze. All you need are just three simple ingredients: marshmallows, butter, and Rice Krispies cereal. Plus, the process of making them couldn't be simpler - just melt the marshmallow and butter together in the microwave, stir in the cereal, and press into a pan!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They're delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Who can resist the combination of crunchy Rice Krispies cereal and gooey marshmallows? The combination is like no other – sweet, salty, and oh so satisfying! Plus, they can easily be customized with whatever toppings or flavors you desire for an extra dose of yumminess!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's fun for all ages</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Because of their ease of preparation and endless possibilities when it comes to customizing flavor and toppings, Rice Krispies Treats are a great snack option that everyone will enjoy! Whether it's for a kids' birthday party or just as an after school treat, your family will love these classic treats!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Rice Krispies Treats Originated from a Fundraising Event</h3><p class='facts-content'>The first Rice Krispies Treats were made as a fundraiser for the Camp Fire Girls, a youth development organization. The recipe was invented by Mildred Day, a Kellogg's employee, specifically for this event.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Marshmallow Binding is A Critical Ingredient</h3><p class='facts-content'>The sticky marshmallow mixture serves as a binder for the puffed rice, it's this gooey marshmallow that turns the crispy Rice Krispies into a malleable treat that can be formed into various shapes and sizes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Rice Krispies Treats Have Embraced Pop Culture</h3><p class='facts-content'>These treats aren’t just known for their tasty appeal. They've often been referenced in pop culture, portrayed in TV shows and movies as a comforting and nostalgic snack from childhood.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Multiple Countries, Different Names</h3><p class='facts-content'>In other countries, Rice Krispies Treats go by different names. They’re called "LCMs" in Australia and "Squares" in Canada, making them a globally loved treat.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Made from The Original "Talking Cereal"</h3><p class='facts-content'>Rice Krispies cereal, the main ingredient of this treat, was one of the first cereals marketed by sound – the cereal was said to “Pop” when milk is added, contributing to its signature sound and catchphrase, "Snap! Crackle! Pop!"</p></div></div>
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