Description
A simple and fun recipe for Rice Krispies Treats made with Peeps marshmallows for a festive twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 package (10 oz) Peeps marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Pastel-colored candy melts or sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter on high for 30 seconds.
- Add the Peeps marshmallows to the melted butter. Microwave for 1 minute, stirring halfway through.
- Stir until the Peeps marshmallows are completely melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Stir until the cereal is evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch pan.
- If desired, decorate the top with melted candy melts and sprinkles.
- Let the Rice Krispies Treats Peeps cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For easier handling and to prevent sticking, grease your hands or a spatula with butter or cooking spray when pressing the treats into the pan.
- You can use different colored Peeps to match holidays or themes.
- Store Rice Krispies Treats Peeps in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: Approximately 150-200
- Sugar: Approximately 15-20g
- Sodium: Approximately 50-100mg
- Fat: Approximately 3-5g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 2-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 1-2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 25-30g
- Fiber: Less than 1g
- Protein: Approximately 1-2g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 5-10mg
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