Description

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these festive and delicious St. Patrick’s Day Crispy Treats. Made with classic Rice Krispies, melted marshmallows, and tinted with vibrant green food coloring, these treats are perfect for holiday parties or a fun family snack. Optional green sprinkles and white chocolate drizzle add an extra festive touch and delightful texture.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
1 package (10 oz) Mini Marshmallows
1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
1/2 tsp Green Food Coloring

Optional Decorations

1/4 cup Green Sprinkles
1/4 cup White Chocolate Chips

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Instructions

Prepare the Pan: Grease a 9×13 inch pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent the treats from sticking, making removal and cutting easier.
Melt the Butter and Marshmallows: In a large saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until they are fully melted and smooth, forming a gooey base.
Add Food Coloring and Vanilla: Stir in the green food coloring and vanilla extract thoroughly into the melted marshmallow mixture to evenly distribute the color and flavor.
Combine with Rice Krispies: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately add the Rice Krispies cereal. Fold gently but quickly to coat all the cereal with the marshmallow mixture, ensuring a consistent texture.
Press Into the Pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Using a spatula or wax paper, press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan to form a compact layer for easy cutting.
Decorate (Optional): If desired, melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Drizzle over the top of the treats and sprinkle with green sprinkles for extra festive flair.
Let Set and Serve: Allow the treats to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Once firm, cut into squares or rectangles and serve immediately or store for later enjoyment.

Notes

You can substitute Rice Krispies with another crisp rice cereal if preferred.
For a more intense green color, increase the food coloring slightly as desired.
Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best freshness.
Use wax paper or lightly grease your spatula to make pressing the mixture into the pan easier.
To make the treats more festive, consider adding edible gold glitter or shamrock-shaped sprinkles.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American