Description

Patriotic Rice Krispie Treats are the ultimate festive no-bake dessert, bursting with vibrant red, white, and blue colors. This easy-to-make treat combines soft, gooey marshmallows with the classic crunch of Rice Krispies, perfect for summer barbecues and Fourth of July celebrations. With their delightful appearance and nostalgic flavor, these treats are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

Scale

6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
10 oz (1 bag) large marshmallows
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup red sprinkles
1/2 cup blue sprinkles
Red gel food coloring (to taste)
Blue gel food coloring (to taste)

Instructions

Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in marshmallows until completely melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and mix in the Rice Krispies until fully coated.
Divide the mixture into two bowls; add red food coloring to one bowl and blue to the other.
Layer half of the red mixture in the prepared pan, followed by half of the plain mixture, then half of the blue mixture, and top with remaining plain mixture.
Sprinkle red and blue sprinkles on top. Let cool completely before cutting into squares or fun shapes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 130
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: For added flair, drizzle melted chocolate over your treats or use star-shaped cookie cutters for fun designs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.