When I mentioned I’d be testing several popular Rice Krispies treats recipes to find the very best one, a lot of people — IRL, on the Kitchn team, and on the internet — were quick to tell me how much they adore Smitten Kitchen’s recipe. And I agree! I’ve actually been making it for years; in
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A couple of years ago, Kitchn’s Editor-in-Chief, Faith Durand, picked up an ingenious tip for better Rice Krispies treats from former Meme’s Diner owner Libby Willis: Add sweetened condensed milk. Not only does it give the treats an extra-milky flavor and ultra-gooey texture, but it also helps them keep that soft texture for days after