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Colorful Easter Egg Rice Krispies

Colorful Easter Egg Rice Krispies Treats That Kids Will Love

Colorful Easter Egg Rice Krispies treats are fun, easy, and perfect for celebrating Easter with kids.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 treats
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Treats
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal can be substituted with puffed rice for gluten-free
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows for easier mixing
  • 3 tablespoons Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Pastel Icing or colored candy melts
  • 1 cup Sprinkles or edible glitter for a fun twist

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • rubber spatula
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot over low heat, melt butter and mini marshmallows, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  2. Remove pot from heat and fold in Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool for about 10 minutes, then shape into egg shapes.
  4. Melt pastel icing in a microwave-safe bowl and drizzle over each shaped treat.
  5. Sprinkle colorful decorations over the treats while the icing is still wet.
  6. Let treats sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treatCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. For freezing, separate layers with parchment paper and store for up to 2 months.

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