Crispy Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats
A quick and easy snack combining the nostalgic crunch of Rice Krispies with colorful Lucky Charms marshmallows for a magical treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Lucky Charms cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Non-stick cooking spray (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, about 2-3 minutes, avoiding browning.
- Add 4 cups of mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir gently and continuously until fully melted and smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Immediately add 6 cups of Lucky Charms cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture and fold gently with a rubber spatula to coat the cereal without crushing the marshmallows.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press down evenly using a buttered spatula or lightly buttered hands, being careful not to press too hard, about 2-3 minutes.
- Let the treats cool completely at room temperature for at least 1 hour to firm up. Alternatively, refrigerate for 20-30 minutes for quicker setting.
- Once set, slice into squares or rectangles using a sharp knife lightly greased or warmed for clean cuts.
Notes
Melt butter and marshmallows over low heat to prevent burning. Fold cereal gently to keep marshmallows intact. Lightly butter hands or spatula when pressing mixture into pan to prevent sticking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing to maintain texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil. For gluten-free, verify Lucky Charms packaging.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat (1/12th of r
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 20
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Protein: 1
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