Ingredient

Rice Crispies

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Rice Krispies are primarily used as a breakfast cereal, often eaten with milk. They …

What it is

Rice Krispies are a breakfast cereal made from puffed rice. The rice grains are cooked, then expanded by heating, causing them to puff up. They are then dried and lightly sweetened.

Why it's used

Rice Krispies are primarily used as a breakfast cereal, often eaten with milk. They are also a popular ingredient in homemade treats, such as crispy rice cereal bars, due to their light, airy texture and ability to bind with other ingredients when mixed with melted marshmallows or syrup.

Health notes

Rice Krispies are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. They are a source of carbohydrates and provide some fiber. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar puffed rice products. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption.

Allergen info

Rice itself is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Rice Krispies are typically gluten-free, but it's important to check the product label for any potential cross-contamination or added ingredients that may contain gluten.

Products containing Rice Crispies

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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Peanut Butter Gluten Free Granola Bars, Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 388kcal 10.6Protein 17.6Fat 56.4Carbs Total Food Distributors, Inc. Rice Crispies Covered In Chocolatey Fun, Strawberry Cheesecake Other Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 7.5Protein 25Fat 62.5Carbs Moyers apple Products inc Chocolate Caramel Apples Orchard Crisp Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 252kcal 2.5Protein 9.2Fat 37.4Carbs Go Lucky Peanut Butter, Milk Chocolate, Toffee + Rice Crispies Snack Mix, Go Lucky B. Happy Peanut Butter LLC Go Lucky Peanut Butter, Milk Chocolate, Toffee + Rice Crispies Snack Mix, Go Lucky Candy High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 562kcal 15.6Protein 40.6Fat 40.6Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Fruit Mix Gluten Free Granola Bars, Fruit Mix Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 393kcal 7.1Protein 12.5Fat 67.9Carbs Sam Mills USA LLC Granola Bars, Trail Mix Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 388kcal 10.6Protein 14.1Fat 60.0Carbs Sam Mills USA LLC Dark Chocolate Granola Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 384kcal 4Protein 12Fat 64Carbs Sam Mills USA LLC Chocolate Chip Granola Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 384kcal 4Protein 12Fat 64Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Dark Chocolate Granola Bars, Dark Chocolate Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 403kcal 4.0Protein 12.1Fat 76.6Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Trail Mix Granola Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 393kcal 10.7Protein 14.3Fat 60.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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