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American Flag Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

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Description

This American Flag Rice Krispie Treats Recipe is the perfect dessert to serve for patriotic holidays such as Fourth of July, Memorial Day, and Labor Day. It's a delicious twist on the classic Rice Krispie Treats, with a colorful and festive design. You can easily make these treats in advance, and they are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 10 oz. marshmallows
  • Red food coloring
  • Blue food coloring
  • White Candy Melts
  • Red Candy Melts
  • Blue Candy Melts
  • Parchment paper

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Toothpicks

Method

  1. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, melt butter in the microwave or over low heat on the stove.
  3. Add marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until melted and smooth.
  4. Add Rice Krispies cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir until well combined.
  5. Divide the Rice Krispie mixture into three equal parts.
  6. Add red food coloring to one part of the Rice Krispie mixture and stir until the color is evenly distributed.
  7. Add blue food coloring to another part of the Rice Krispie mixture and stir until the color is evenly distributed.
  8. Press the red Rice Krispie mixture into one-third of the greased baking dish, using a spatula to smooth the surface.
  9. Press the white Rice Krispie mixture into the middle one-third of the baking dish, using a spatula to smooth the surface.
  10. Press the blue Rice Krispie mixture into the final one-third of the baking dish, using a spatula to smooth the surface.
  11. Melt the white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to package instructions.
  12. Drizzle the melted white candy melts over the entire surface of the Rice Krispie Treats.
  13. Melt the red and blue candy melts in separate bowls according to package instructions.
  14. Use a toothpick to create stars with the blue candy melts in the top left corner of the treats.
  15. Use a toothpick to create stripes with the red candy melts on the red and white sections of the treats.
  16. Allow the candy melts to cool and harden before serving.

Notes

  • You can use any type of food coloring you prefer or have on hand.
  • Feel free to use different colors of candy melts if you prefer.
  • Make sure to use parchment paper to prevent the candy melts from sticking to the baking dish.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 12 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 238
  • Total Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 164mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Protein: 2g

Recipe Tips

  • You can use a cookie cutter to cut the treats into fun shapes.
  • Make sure to press the Rice Krispie mixture firmly into the baking dish to ensure it holds its shape.
  • Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • You can also freeze the treats for up to 2 months.

Enjoy this tasty and festive American Flag Rice Krispie Treats Recipe for your next patriotic celebration!


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