4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
Celebrate this 4th of July with delightful Rice Krispie Treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat! These easy-to-create, layered treats feature vibrant red, white, and blue colors, making them a perfect addition to your Independence Day festivities. Not only are they visually stunning, but they also deliver a deliciously sweet flavor that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Best of all, these no-bake treats require minimal preparation and can be customized with various toppings or mix-ins for an extra festive touch. Gather your family in the kitchen and whip up these patriotic delights for your summer gatherings!
Prep Time20 mins
Ingredients
- 30 oz marshmallows (divided)
- 18 cups puffed rice cereal (divided)
- 9 oz unsalted butter (divided)
- Red food coloring
- Blue food coloring
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Melt 3 oz butter in a saucepan; add 10 oz marshmallows and red food coloring until smooth.
- Mix in 6 cups puffed rice cereal; press into the prepared dish.
- Repeat with white layer (3 oz butter + 10 oz marshmallows) over red layer.
- For blue layer, melt another 3 oz butter; mix in 10 oz marshmallows and blue food coloring.
- Combine with remaining puffed rice cereal; spread over the white layer.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Unsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 50mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 12g