Are rice crispy treats healthy?

They are a fun treat but high in sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation.

How long do they stay fresh?

Store them in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Yes, you can mix in chocolate chips, nuts, or sprinkles for variation.

Snacks

Rice crispy treats are sweet, chewy snacks made with crispy rice cereal, marshmallows, and butter.

Per 100 g

393 kcal

1 square

118 kcal

(30 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
2 g / 100g	81.4 g / 100g	4.7 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 2% · Carbs 87% · Fat 11%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 square (30 g, 118 kcal) is 6% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 square takes about 29 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Rice Crispy Treats is number 3 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 350 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Coconut Banana Energy Bites	150	3 g
Savory Potato Waffles	250	3 g
Rice Crispy Treats	393	2 g
Chocolate Hazelnut Energy Bites	450	10 g
Cinnamon Almond Granola	450	10 g
Pineapple Coconut Granola	450	8 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

Serving	Grams	Calories
1 square	30 g	118 kcal
1 bar	50 g	196 kcal

5/10

High in sugar; enjoy in moderation as a treat.

Are rice crispy treats healthy?: They are a fun treat but high in sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation.
How long do they stay fresh?: Store them in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Can I add ingredients to my treats?: Yes, you can mix in chocolate chips, nuts, or sprinkles for variation.

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