Calories in Rice Krispies Treats

Calories in Rice Krispies Treats
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Making Rice Krispies Treats can be a fun way for families to enjoy quality time together and make a tasty treat. The calories in Rice Krispies Treats come from the ingredients, which are 3 tbsp. of butter, 10 oz. of marshmallows and 6 cups of Rice Krispies.

Calories

Two squares of Treats that are 37 g in size have a total of 140 calories. This breaks down as 25 calories from fat, 112 calories from carbohydrates and 3 calories from protein.

Nutritional Information

Rice Krispies Treats contain 10 percent of the daily recommended value for both vitamins A and C per 37 g serving. Rice Krispies Treats are a rich source of iron with 20 percent of the DV. Rice Krispies Treats are not a significant source of calcium.

Considerations

Rice Krispies Treats are full of good nutrients, but each serving has 14 g of sugar. Tooth decay and cavities are formed from insufficient oral hygiene and bacteria growth spurred by sugar and cooked starch consumption, according to MayoClinic.com. Both sugar and cooked starch are found in Rice Krispies Treats and may compound these issues. You should avoid Rice Krispies Treats if you have cavities, are prone to cavities or are worried about getting cavities.

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Article reviewed by David Bill Last updated on: Jun 14, 2011

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