How to make the perfect Rice Krispie Buns and the common mistakes to avoid

These no-bake treats have been the centrepiece of Irish birthday parties for decades. They're also the best starter recipe for kids who want to learn how to cook 

Teach the children how to make classic Rice Crispie Buns and never look back. 

Use the right chocolate 

Rice Krispie buns are not the best vehicles for fancy chocolate - it is a milk chocolate situation here or nothing at all. If you are a child of the pre 1990s in Ireland, you will subscribe to only one type of chocolate for Rice Krispie buns - the so-called 'cooking chocolate' from the baking section of the supermarket. Knowing all that we know now about palm oil and other nasties, it is probably best to use a medium grade milk chocolate for your buns, these days.