I'm a Rice Crispy Treat Drop-Out

I'm not trying to brag, but I consider myself a pretty good cook. I can cook just about anything and I'm not afraid to try new stuff. I love to cook and I find great satisfaction in a well-cooked meal.

My mom even comments that I've become a better cook than she is.

So, why is it that I am not successful at making rice crispy treats? Is there some cosmic secret to making them?

I've NEVER been successful at making them. They fall apart, don't hold their shape and are gooey. What gives?

I follow all of the steps according to the directions, and yet... disaster prevails, yet again.

Yesterday, I made a batch for Elisan because she had one of those store-bought varieties and raved at how much she loved it. I thought I would "wow" her by whipping up our very own treats at home.

I was half-way through the process when I remembered how I seem ruin every batch of rice crispy treats I've ever made. But, I pressed on, thinking that maybe this time would be different.

It wasn't.

So, we have a pan of icky, gooey rice crispy treats that can be eaten with a spoon.

Want some?