Description
Colorful Easter Rice Krispies treats bring springtime cheer to dessert tables with marshmallow magic and pastel sprinkles. Crispy, sweet, and festive, these delightful squares will charm family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Decoration:
- Easter-themed sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious rectangular pan by coating interior surfaces with culinary lubricant for effortless removal.
- Utilize a heavy-bottomed saucepan, gradually melt butter over minimal heat until liquid transforms completely.
- Introduce marshmallows into melted butter, continuously stirring until mixture achieves silky, uniform consistency without lumps.
- Disconnect pan from heating element and gently incorporate Rice Krispies, ensuring comprehensive coating with marshmallow mixture.
- Fold in colorful sprinkles, reserving a portion for decorative garnishing on top of treats.
- Transfer sticky mixture into prepared pan, using a spatula or parchment paper to compress contents evenly and create smooth surface.
- Allow confection to stabilize at ambient temperature for approximately 60 minutes, permitting marshmallow binding and structural setting.
- Once solidified, slice into symmetrical geometric shapes using sharp knife for clean, precise Easter-themed squares.
- Optional: Sprinkle remaining decorative elements atop each individual treat for festive visual appeal.
Notes
- Customize marshmallow consistency by adjusting heat carefully to prevent burning or sticking.
- Experiment with different colored sprinkles to match seasonal themes or personal preferences.
- Use silicone spatulas for easier mixing and cleaner transfer of sticky marshmallow mixture.
- Chill treats briefly in refrigerator for faster setting and firmer texture if you’re short on time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg