4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
These July 4th Rice Krispie Treats are fun and festive for a bbq or picnic. Easy to make red white and blue cereal treats made with simple ingredients. These are festive and fun!
Servings: 15
Calories: 151kcal
Equipment
- 9x13 baking dish
- Microwave-safe bowls
- Rubber Spatula
Ingredients
- 5 ½ cups miniature marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 12 ounces red candy melts
- 12 ounces blue candy melts
- 12 ounces white candy melts
- Red white and blue sprinkles
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat butter over medium heat, until melted.
- Add miniature marshmallows, and heat, stirring, until marshmallows are melted.
- Remove from the heat and stir in cereal, mixing until everything is evenly incorporated..
- Take a 9x13 baking dish and spray with non-stick spray.
- Pour krispies mixture into the 9x13 dish, pressing down into the pan evenly.
- Give the krispies about an hour to set.
- Remove from the pan and cut into 15 squares.
- In a microwave safe bowl, melt candy melts by microwaving on 30 second intervals.
- Pour the melted candy into a piping bag.
- Snip off the tip and drizzle the red candy over the krispie treats. You won’t use all of the candy, since there are two more colors to add.
- Repeat for the blue and white candy melts.
- Sprinkle with red white and blue jimmies sprinkles.
- Allow the candy to set and enjoy.
Notes
- Use real butter for the best flavor.
- Press the cereal mixture firmly into the pan to ensure a nice, even layer.
- Allow the treats to cool completely before cutting them to prevent them from falling apart.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 745IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 3mg