Banana Pudding Rice Krispie Treats

Instructions:

Prepare the Rice Krispie Layer (5 minutes):

1. In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
2. Add the marshmallows and stir continuously until melted and smooth.
3. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until well coated.
4. Press the Rice Krispie mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish using a spatula or wax paper.
5. Allow the Rice Krispie layer to cool and harden completely at room temperature.

Make the Banana Pudding Layer (3 minutes):

1. In a bowl, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes, or until thickened.
2. Gently fold the sliced bananas into the pudding mixture.

Assembly (2 hours to set):

1. Once the Rice Krispie layer has cooled and hardened, evenly spread the banana pudding mixture over the top.
2. Cover the baking dish with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally 2 hours, until the pudding layer sets.

Serve:

1. Cut the Banana Pudding Rice Krispie Treats into squares before serving.
2. Optionally, top each square with a dollop of whipped cream.

Enjoy your delicious Banana Pudding Rice Krispie Treats!