Description
These Easter Rice Krispie Treats are a quick, no‑bake dessert that adds bright color and sweet crunch to spring celebrations. Using classic Rice Krispies cereal, mini marshmallows, butter, and vanilla extract, you can tint the mixture with pastel food coloring and finish with festive sprinkles. In minutes you’ll have bite‑size squares perfect for Easter baskets, party platters, or a fun family activity. Ideal for kids and adults, this recipe is easy, affordable, and endlessly customizable for jo
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
- 2. Add mini marshmallows and stir until smooth.
- 3. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract.
- 4. Add food coloring if using, mix well.
- 5. Gradually fold in Rice Krispies until coated.
- 6. Press mixture into greased 9×13 inch pan.
- 7. Cool completely, then cut into squares. Top with sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- For extra color
- divide the mixture into separate bowls and add different food‑colorings. Let the treats set completely before cutting for clean squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No‑Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Easter Rice Krispie Treats, easy Easter dessert, rice krispie treats recipe, spring snacks, no bake desserts, kid friendly Easter treats, quick holiday sweets