Rice Krispie Treats With Food Coloring Recipe
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Description
Rice Krispie treats are a classic dessert that everyone loves. Adding food coloring can make them even more fun and exciting. This recipe is perfect for a birthday party or just a colorful treat for any occasion.Prep Time
Preparation time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.Cook Time
Cooking time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 oz. marshmallows
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- Food coloring
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- 9x13 inch baking pan
Method
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
- Add food coloring to the melted marshmallow mixture, stirring until the desired color is achieved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the Rice Krispies cereal, stirring until the cereal is completely coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking pan and press it down with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula.
- Allow the treats to cool and set for at least 30 minutes.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For brighter colors, use gel food coloring instead of liquid food coloring.
- You can also add sprinkles or candy to the mixture for an even more festive treat.
Nutrition Info
One serving of these Rice Krispie treats contains approximately:
- Calories: 130
- Total Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 85mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 14g
- Protein: 1g
Recipe Tips
- When melting the marshmallows, make sure to stir constantly to prevent them from burning.
- For easier cleanup, use a silicone spatula to transfer the mixture to the baking pan.
- Try using different colors for different occasions, such as green for St. Patrick's Day or red and green for Christmas.
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