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4Th Of July Rice Crispy Treat Recipe

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Fourth of July Rice Krispie Treats {Red, White, and Blue!} Lil' Luna
Fourth of July Rice Krispie Treats {Red, White, and Blue!} Lil' Luna from lilluna.com

Description

The 4th of July is an exciting day for Americans, and this rice crispy treat recipe is a perfect way to celebrate the occasion. These treats are easy to make and are perfect for any 4th of July gathering. The red, white, and blue colors make them festive and patriotic.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 10 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1 bag (10 oz) mini marshmallows
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup blue candy melts
  • 1/2 cup red candy melts
  • 1/2 cup white candy melts
  • Red, white, and blue sprinkles

Equipment

  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowls

Method

  1. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper and set it aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy rice cereal and set it aside.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mini marshmallows, vanilla extract, and salt, and stir until everything is melted and combined.
  4. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the crispy rice cereal and stir until everything is well combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the lined baking dish and press it down firmly using a spatula.
  6. Melt the blue candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to the package instructions.
  7. Drizzle the melted blue candy melts over the top of the rice crispy treats.
  8. Melt the red candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to the package instructions.
  9. Drizzle the melted red candy melts over the top of the rice crispy treats.
  10. Melt the white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to the package instructions.
  11. Drizzle the melted white candy melts over the top of the rice crispy treats.
  12. Sprinkle red, white, and blue sprinkles over the top of the rice crispy treats.
  13. Allow the treats to cool and set for at least 1 hour before cutting them into squares.

Notes

If you want to make these treats ahead of time, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 12 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 250
  • Total Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 28g
  • Protein: 2g

Recipe Tips

  • You can use any brand of crispy rice cereal for this recipe.
  • If you don't have candy melts, you can use food coloring to dye the melted marshmallow mixture and drizzle it over the top of the treats.
  • Make sure to press the mixture down firmly in the baking dish to ensure that the treats hold together well.
  • Allow the treats to cool completely before cutting them into squares to prevent them from falling apart.

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