Description
These Easter Egg Rice Krispie Treats are a fun and colorful twist on the classic marshmallow cereal treat, perfect for springtime celebrations and Easter parties. Made with mini marshmallows, butter, and Rice Krispies cereal, this no-bake recipe features vibrant pastel colors to mimic the look of festive Easter eggs, making it an easy and delightful treat for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Batter
- 18 cups Mini Marshmallows
- 12 Tablespoons Butter
- 16 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
Coloring
- Pink Food Coloring
- Purple Food Coloring
- Yellow Food Coloring
- Blue Food Coloring
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Grease a large rectangular baking pan thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Melt butter and marshmallows: In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the 12 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the 18 cups of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Divide melted marshmallow mixture: Remove the pot from heat and immediately divide the melted marshmallow mixture into four equal portions in separate heatproof bowls.
- Add food coloring: Add a few drops of pink food coloring to one bowl, purple to the second, yellow to the third, and blue to the last bowl. Stir each until the color is evenly blended.
- Add Rice Krispies cereal: To each colored marshmallow mixture, add about 4 cups of Rice Krispies cereal. Fold carefully to combine without crushing the cereal.
- Shape and layer treats: Starting with one color, press the mixture into the pan evenly to form a layer approximately 1 inch thick. Repeat with each color, layering on top of each previous one to create a multi-colored block of Rice Krispie treats.
- Cool and set: Allow the layered Rice Krispie treats to cool at room temperature until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Cut into Easter egg shapes: Use an Easter egg-shaped cookie cutter to cut out individual treats. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- For easier cutting, slightly butter the cookie cutter or dip it in hot water before pressing into the treats.
- If desired, add a small amount of vanilla extract to the melted marshmallows for extra flavor.
- To store, keep the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or halved based on the number of servings needed.
