Fruity Pebbles Krispie Treats
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These fun Fruity Pebbles Krispie Treats are a colorful twist on the beloved classic rice krispie treats. With their bright colors, chewy texture, and that signature vibrant pop of fruity flavor, these bars are as nostalgic as they are delicious. And they’re more versatile than you might think!
If you like rice krispie treats you’ll flip for these fantastically fun Fruity Pebbles Krispie Treats. You can make a batch in under 15 minutes and let them set in the fridge while you move on with your day in the comfort of knowing there’s a sweet treat waiting for you.
They’re made with just a handful of pantry staples and come together in no time making them the perfect dessert option for busy weekdays, after-school snacks, or last-minute party treats. And people go wild for the colorful twist and fruity flavor.
Trust me, as a productivity lover who’s all about keeping things quick and simple in life and in the kitchen, this no-bake and gluten free dessert is exactly the kind of recipe I reach for when I need something for a bake sale, birthday, potluck or just a fun and fruity treat.
Why You’ll Love Fruity Pebble Rice Krispie Treats
Fast – An easy recipe made in under 15 minutes with a handful of pantry staples.
Festive – Perfect for birthday parties, bake sales, or busy weekday treats.
Fun – These are a bright and colorful twist on a classic and loved dessert treat that can be made with the kids.
Fruity Pebbles Marshmallow Treat Ingredients
You only need 3 simple ingredients to make these fantastic fruity marshmallow treats
Salted butter – or unsalted & ½ teaspoon salt.
Mini marshmallows – you’ll need about 1½ bags. Leaving you plenty to munch on.
Fruity Pebbles cereal – or similar type breakfast cereal. I’ve listed a few options below.
Equipment Needed To Make
- Large saucepan
- 9×13” baking dish
- Rubber spatula
Substitutions & Alterations
- You could mix in some mini marshmallows or white chocolate chips at the end (just before pressing into the pan) for extra pockets of texture.
- You can substitute other cereals for fruity pebbles. A few options include Rainbow Rice Krispies or Cascadian Farms’ Fruity Crispy Rice cereal or Malt-O-Meal’s Fruity Dyno Bites gluten free cereal.
- Use gelatin free marshmallows for a vegetarian friendly version.
How to Make Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Squares
These tasty marshmallow treats are easy to make and are a fun dessert to make with the kids.
Step 1 – Prepare pan and in a large saucepan or pot, melt butter over low heat.
Step 2- Add marshmallows and stir until they are completely melted.
Step 3 – Remove the pot from heat and add the Fruity Pebbles cereal until fully coated.
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Step 4- Add remaining marshmallows and fold into cereal mixture.
Step 5 – Pour into prepared pan and let set.
Time Saving Tips & Expert Tricks
- Be sure to use fresh marshmallows. Older marshmallows don’t melt as smoothly and can make the treats dry. Fresh, fluffy ones will give you that gooey texture.
- You can also make this recipe in the microwave! Use a very large glass bowl, the largest that will fit in your microwave. Melt the butter and marshmallows. Add the cereal and stir. Proceed as described above.
- Store in an airtight container – use wax paper to separate the treats so they don’t stick together
How to Serve Fruity Krispie Treats.
- Cut into squares and serve as is or wrap in little bags for a party treat.
- For extra decadence, you can top the marshmallow squares with some strawberry frosting. Just spread it on like a cake or place a dollop on each with a pastry bag.
- This recipe also makes a fun cake base for a kids’ party (or adults), especially with a vanilla, strawberry, or confetti cake. See how below.
How to Make a Rice Krispie Treats Cake Base
Using fruity rice krispie treats as cake base is a sure way to wow the kids at any birthday party or general get together.
Make the fruity marshmallow treat recipe as-is without preparing the 9×13 pan and get whatever size cake tin you’ll be using.
Place the prepared marshmallow treat mixture between 2 large pieces of plastic wrap and use your hands, the base of the cake pan, or a rolling pin to shape the mix to the size pan you’ll use for the cake.
Let the shaped krispie treat base set in the refrigerator while you bake the cake. Place cake on the base after it cools completely.
You can use leftover marshmallow treat mix to make little marshmallow bars or roll them up into colorful balls and use to decorate the top of the cake. Or you can just eat the leftovers.
NOTE: If you have multiple cake pans, you can just set it in a cake pan and pop it out when you’re ready.
How to Store Leftover Krispie Treats
Store marshmallow squares in an airtight container at room temp for 2-3 days or for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
You can also freeze leftover rice krispie treats! Cut into squares and place a piece of wax or parchment paper between each so they don’t freeze together. Store in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Be sure they are fully thawed before attempting to eat.
More Cereal Treat Recipes
- Lucky Charms Cereal Treats – Fun treats made with Lucky Charms
- Captain Crunch Treats – This cereal treat has 2 cereals for a fun twist.
- Oreo Rice Krispies – A fun twist on Rice Krispie treats that everyone loves
- Homemade Cereal Bars – packed with raisins and fun for lunch boxes.
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Fruity Pebbles Krispie Treats
Equipment
- large sauce pan
- sharp serrated knife
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons salted butter or unsalted + ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ 10 oz bags mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
Instructions
- Line a 9 x13” baking dish with aluminum foil and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Once the butter is melted, add one full bag of mini marshmallows. Stir frequently until completely melted. If using unsalted butter, stir in ½ teaspoon of salt at this point.
- Remove the pot from heat. Quickly stir in the Fruity Pebbles until fully coated.
- Add the remaining half bag of mini marshmallows and gently fold them in.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press it down into an even layer (spraying your hands or a spatula with cooking spray can help prevent sticking).
- Let sit at room temperature for about 30–45 minutes or until set.
- Once firm, lift out of the pan, transfer to a clean surface, and slice into bars.
- Serve and enjoy
Notes
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