easter rice crispy treats
These festive Easter Rice Crispy Treats are a fun and colorful twist on the classic snack. Easy to make and perfect for spring celebrations, these treats are loaded with marshmallows and decorated for a holiday touch.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 spatula
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 cooking spray or parchment paper
- 1 food-safe gloves (optional) for pressing mixture
Ingredients
- 6 cups rice cereal
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pastel M&M's or any Easter-themed candies
- ½ cup colored sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by spraying it lightly with cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the rice cereal. Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the rice cereal and mix well with a spatula until all the cereal is evenly coated.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then gently fold in the pastel M&M's and colored sprinkles.
- Using a spatula or your hands (greased or using food-safe gloves), press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Press down firmly to compact the treats.
- Let the mixture cool completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until set.
- Once set, cut into 12 pieces and serve.
Notes
Feel free to customize these treats with other mix-ins, like chopped nuts or different types of candies.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.