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    Home » Snacks » Easter Rice Krispie Treats

    Easter Rice Krispie Treats

    Published: Mar 10, 2021 · Modified: Sep 1, 2021 by Vicky

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    Is there anything better than the classic Rice Krispie Treat? They bring back memories from my childhood plus memories I've made with my own kids. They are very easy to make since they don't require baking. However, there is something you can do to make them a little more special. You can add M&M's! And since it is spring and Easter, I decided to add some pastel colored M&Ms. So try these easy Easter Rice Krispie Treats today!

    Is there anything better than the classic Rice Krispie Treat? Well, there is something you can do to make them a little more special. You can add M&M's! I added pastel colored M&Ms to make these Easter Rice Krispie Treats. #eastertreat #eastersnack #ricekrispietreats #ricekrispiestreats #M&Mricekrispietreats
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    • Why this Easter rice krispie treat recipe is awesome
    • Ingredients
    • How to make rice krispie treats with M&Ms
    • Easter Rice Krispie Treats
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    Why this Easter rice krispie treat recipe is awesome

    One thing I love about making these spring Rice Krispie treats is how easy they are to prepare. They come together in minutes and you don't need to wait that long for the treats to set and be ready to enjoy. Perfect for impatient kids and moms!

    easter rice krispie treats

    Ingredients

    Just your standard rice krispie treats ingredients: butter, mini marshmallows and Rice Krispies cereal. However, the addition of Pastel colored M&Ms really makes these festive and delicious. After all, M&Ms make everything better!

    How to make rice krispie treats with M&Ms

    Easter Rice Krispie treats are simple to make which is why we make them often at our house.

    To make them, melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. You want the butter to be just melted, not  bubbling.

    butter melting in a sauce pan

    Next, add mini marshmallows.

    mini marshmallows in a sauce pan

    Stir with a silicone spatula until the marshmallows have melted and become incorporated with the butter.

    melted marshmallows in a sauce pan

    Turn off the stove and add the Rice Krispies. Mix until all the cereal has been coated with the melted marshmallow mixture.

    rice krispies and marshmallows in a sauce pan

    Add in your pastel colored M&M's and gently fold them into the Rice Krispie mix.

    M&Ms and rice krispies in a sauce pan
    making M&M rice krispie treats

    Spray a 13x9 pan with cooking spray. Press the mixture into the greased pan. I use a piece of wax paper to do this since it can get quite sticky. Simply place some wax paper over the pan and press down.

    rice krispie treats in a pan with wax paper on top

    Press some M&Ms into the top of the Rice Krispies in the pan. Let this stand for 20 to 30 minutes before eating. I know it's hard to wait!

    M&M easter rice krispie treats in a pan

    M&M easter rice krispie treats in a pan

    Slice the Easter treats into squares and enjoy!

    M&M easter rice krispie treats

    These Easter Rice Krispie treats make a great snack for Easter or spring. The pretty pastel colors and chocolate just take a classic snack to the next level!

    M&M easter rice krispie treats

    Easter Rice Krispie Treats

    What's better than Rice Krispie Treats? Easter Rice Krispie Treats with pastel colored M&Ms! The perfect snack for Spring or Easter!
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: easter rice krispie treats
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 minute
    standing time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 51 minutes
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 188kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Equipment

    • 9X13 Casserole Dish

    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoon Butter
    • 4 cups Mini marshmallows
    • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
    • 10 oz pastel colored M&Ms reserve some for top

    Instructions

    • Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. 
    • Add mini marshmallows.
    • Stir with a silicone spatula until the marshmallows have melted and become incorporated with the butter.
    • Turn off the stove and add the Rice Krispies. Mix until all the cereal has been coated with the melted marshmallow mixture.
    • Add in most of the pastel colored M&M’s and gently fold them into the Rice Krispie mix. Save the rest for the top.
    • Spray a 13x9 pan with cooking spray. Press the mixture into the greased pan.
    • Press some M&Ms into the top of the Rice Krispies in the pan.
    • Let stand for 15 to 30 minutes before eating. 
    • Slice into squares and enjoy!

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 16g | Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 804IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 3mg

    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Frequently asked questions

    My rice krispies treats turned out hard.

    This used to happen to me until I discovered that melting the butter and marshmallows over heat that was too high was the culprit. Be sure to use low heat.

    Can I make hard rice krispie Easter treats softer?

    If your rice krispies treats are too hard, you can pop them in the microwave for a few seconds before eating.

    How do I store Easter rice krispie treats?

    You can store them in a air tight container for 2 days. You can freeze them for up to 6 weeks and thaw by placing on a counter for 20 minutes.

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    1. Emily

      March 11, 2021 at 9:53 pm

      5 stars
      We love rice krispie treats in our house and the addition of pastel M&M's make them such a fun treat for Easter and spring!

    2. Angela

      March 11, 2021 at 10:26 pm

      5 stars
      Such a simple and fun Easter treat. The kids are going to love making these. YUM!

    3. Journa

      March 11, 2021 at 10:40 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy you can prepare this krispie treat recipe! Love the subtle pop of colors from the pastel colored M&Ms!

    4. Beth

      March 11, 2021 at 11:06 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness! These are going to be a big hit here! So excited to make these! My family is going to love these!

    5. Mirlene

      March 11, 2021 at 11:35 pm

      5 stars
      I cannot wait to try this with my children. They love rice Krispie treats. Thanks for sharing.

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