Rice Krispies Treats Ingredients and Total Sugars

These easy to make-at-home treats also come packaged and ready to eat. Rice Krispies cereal is mixed with marshmallows and formed into small rectangle treats.

One Rice Krispies Treat contains 90 calories, 2 grams of fat, and 17 grams of carbohydrates. There is less than one gram of protein per serving.

Read this guide for a detailed overview of the nutritional information, calories, and ingredients in this popular sweet treat from WK Kellogg’s Co.

Rice Krispies Treats Nutritional Information

Nutrition facts are based on one serving size measured as one bar with a weight of 22 grams.

Any reference to percentage daily value (%DV) illustrates how much a nutrient contributes to a 2,000 calorie daily diet.

Calories

Each crispy marshmallow bar contains 90 calories.

Over three quarters of the total calories are derived from carbohydrates (see total sugars section below). Dietary fat makes up the remaining calories. There is less than one gram of protein per serving; for the purposes of this nutrition guide, we assume zero calories from protein.

Fat: 20 calories
Carbs: 70 calories
Protein: 0 calories
Total: 90 calories per serving

Calories

fat

22%

carbohydrates

78%

Protein

The summary above of calories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by WK Kellogg Co.

Total Fat

These packaged crispy marshmallow squares are made with vegetable oil. One serving contains 2 grams of total fat, including 0.5 grams of saturated fat.

Sugars

One serving contains 8 grams of total sugars, all of which are Added Sugars.

SUMMARY OF TOTAL SUGARS

8 grams of added sugars per serving
Approximately 30 calories from added sugars
Ingredients include Sugar, Corn Syrup, Fructose, and Corn Syrup Solids

The U.S. FDA recommends limiting calories from added sugars to 10% or less of total calories. To that end, note that added sugars in the Rice Krispies Treats deliver about 30 calories per square.

8 grams of added sugars per serving

Natural Sugars vs Added Sugars

Naturally occurring sugars are found in milk (lactose), fruits, and vegetables.

When it comes to reviewing a nutrition facts label for sugars, it’s the “added sugars” that you want to limit, if possible. Added sugars refer to the sugars that are added during the processing of foods.

Examples of added sugars include sucrose, dextrose, and other sweeteners such as corn syrup, honey, and table sugar.

While there is currently no recommended limit for natural sugars, the Daily Value for added sugars is 50 grams (based on a 2,000 calorie daily diet).

Zero cholesterol and zero trans fat per serving

Nutrition Summary

Serving Size 1 Square (22g)

CALORIES

TOTAL FAT

(3%DV)

CARBOHYDRATES

17g

(6%DV)

PROTEIN

<1g

Saturated Fat	0.5g (3%DV)
Trans Fat	0g
Cholesterol	0mg (0%DV)
Sodium	105mg (5%DV)

Dietary Fiber	0g (0%DV)
Total Sugars	8g
Added Sugars	8g (16%DV)

%DV (Percent Daily Values) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your daily value may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.

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Rice Krispies Treats Ingredients and Allergens

Ingredients

Ingredients:Toasted Rice Cereal, Corn Syrup, Fructose, Vegetable Oil, Sugar, Corn Syrup Solids, Vegetable Glycerin, Dextrose, Gelatin, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Salt, DATEM, Acetylated Monoglycerides, Soy Lecithin, and BHT.

Toasted Rice Cereal is made with rice, sugar, salt, and malt flavor.
Vegetable Oil includes soybean oil and palm oil with TBHQ added for freshness.

Brief Definitions of Select Ingredients

Acetylated Monoglycerides are food additives created through the acetylation (chemical reaction to join an acetyl group to other molecules) of monoglycerides (non-ionic fat soluble surfactants produced through interesterification of fats) used primarily for emulsification properties.
Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) is an inorganic (i.e., chemically created processed) toluene-based food additive. It’s used in processed foods to maintain freshness. BHT is frequently used in packaged cereals (e.g., Froot Loops, Mini Wheats), chewing gum, crackers, and processed meats.
Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Ester of Monoglycerides (DATEM) is a synthetic food additive derived from plants and vegetable oils. The additive is often used as an emulsifier to strengthen the gluten in dough used for baked goods. It’s also used in the other foods such as salsa and salad dressing to help ingredients remain blended.

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Allergens

Rice Krispies Treats are made with milk and soy.

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Definition of Acetylation (National Cancer Institute)
Are monoglycerides safe? (MedicalNewsToday)

Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.

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