Did you know Rice Krispie Treats aren’t the only no-bake treat you can make from marshmallows and crisped rice cereal? Oh it’s true, my friends. There’s another option out there that just might be even better than the crisp and chewy bar – these Caramel Marshmallow Rice Krispie Balls! They’re a bite-sized treat that pairs the airy crispiness of the cereal with a marshmallow center and a caramel coating – but don’t let that caramel coating scare you, they happen to be incredibly easy to make.

There’s no sugar work or candy thermometers here, because all you’re really doing is melting down some store bought caramels to make the coating. Easy, right? You just unwrap the little guys, and combine them with some sweetened condensed milk, butter, and salt in a saucepan and let it cook until it’s smooth and creamy.

Then, you’re going to take a whole marshmallow and coat it all over in that sticky sweetness…

… and quickly roll it in Rice Krispies.

Let them set for a bit and all that’s left to do is indulge!

Not that these really taste or feel like an indulgence. They’re so quick to make that it’s easy to whip them up on any ordinary day and while they’re sweet, they have a light and airy bite that keeps them from being cloying. Anytime you’re looking for a sweet snack that comes together in a few minutes, these fit the bill.