Easter Egg Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 package 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ½ cup pastel sprinkles plus extra for decoration!
- Non-stick cooking spray for shaping
Instructions
Step 1: Melt the Butter & Marshmallows
- In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the mini marshmallows, stirring continuously until they are fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat.
Step 2: Mix in the Cereal & Sprinkles
- Stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated with the melted marshmallow mixture.
- Gently fold in pastel sprinkles, being careful not to overmix so the colors don’t bleed.
Step 3: Shape into Easter Eggs
- Lightly coat your hands with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Scoop about ¼ cup of the mixture and shape it into an egg shape with your hands.
- Place the shaped eggs onto a parchment-lined baking tray.
Step 4: Decorate & Set
- Press extra pastel sprinkles onto each egg while still slightly warm.
- Let the treats cool and set for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use Plastic Easter Egg Molds – Press the mixture into lightly greased plastic eggs for perfectly shaped treats.
- Add Food Coloring – Stir in a few drops of pastel food coloring to the melted marshmallow mixture before adding cereal for colored eggs.
- Make Chocolate-Dipped Eggs – Dip the bottom half of each egg in melted white or milk chocolate for a sweet finishing touch.
- Use Different Cereal – Try Fruity Pebbles, Cocoa Krispies, or Cheerios for unique variations.
- Don’t Overmix the Sprinkles – Fold them in gently to keep their bright colors from running.