Classic Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats
Make these simple, colorful treats for a fun holiday dessert. The familiar cereal flavor makes these squares special.
Equipment
- 20x20 cm pan
- large pot
- Buttered spatula
Ingredients
For the Treats
- 60 g Butter
- 300 g Mini marshmallows Plus 30 g to fold in, optional
- 3 ml Vanilla extract
- 120 g Rice Krispies
- 120 g Lucky Charms cereal Use more marshmallows from the box if you like
Instructions
- Line a 20x20 cm pan with parchment paper. Lightly butter the paper.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat.
- Add 300 g of marshmallows and stir constantly until they are fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, then turn off the heat.
- Quickly fold in the Rice Krispies and Lucky Charms cereal until everything is evenly coated.
- If you want gooey pockets, fold in the extra 30 g of mini marshmallows now.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan using a buttered spatula. Press gently; do not over-pack the mixture.
- Let the treats cool for 30 to 45 minutes, then slice them into squares.
Notes
These treats yield approximately 190 calories per square.
By Hanna Foster, Adaptation Specialist at Recipes by Betty.