easter rice krispies
This fun and festive Easter Rice Krispies Treats recipe is perfect for celebrating the holiday. These colorful, crunchy treats are made with marshmallows, butter, and Rice Krispies cereal, then decorated with pastel-colored candies and sprinkles for an extra special touch.
Equipment
- 1 large saucepan
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 package mini marshmallows (10 oz)
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ½ cup pastel-colored candy-coated chocolate eggs (or other Easter-themed candies)
- ¼ cup pastel sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease the 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
- Melt the Butter: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Add the Marshmallows: Once the butter is melted, add the mini marshmallows to the saucepan. Stir continuously until they are completely melted and smooth.
- Combine with Rice Krispies: Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture, stirring until all the cereal is evenly coated.
- Add Candies and Sprinkles: Gently fold in the pastel-colored candy-coated chocolate eggs and half of the pastel sprinkles until evenly distributed.
- Press into the Dish: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Using a buttered spatula or your hands (lightly greased), press the mixture firmly into an even layer.
- Decorate: Sprinkle the remaining pastel sprinkles on top of the pressed treats for decoration.
- Cool: Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until set.
- Cut and Serve: Once cooled and firm, cut the Rice Krispies treats into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For added fun, you can shape the treats into Easter-themed shapes using cookie cutters. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Feel free to customize the decoration with different candies and colors to match your Easter theme.