4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
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4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
Description
4th of July Rice Krispie Treats are a celebratory dessert featuring classic rice cereal combined with melted butter and mini marshmallows, divided into three batches for distinct layering. Blue and red food coloring applied to melted marshmallow mixtures create a patriotic color scheme, while the white layer remains uncolored. Each layer is spread evenly in a pan and allowed to set before adding the next, creating a tri-color bar with contrasting hues.
The marshmallow acts as a binder, giving the treats a chewy, sticky texture that contrasts with the crispness of the cereal. These treats are best consumed the same day they are prepared to maintain optimal texture as marshmallows can harden or stale over time.
This dessert works well for holiday parties or gatherings, bringing a simple sweet treat that is visually festive and shareable in bars or squares.
Ingredients
- 9 tablespoons butter
- 15 cups mini marshmallows (about 2 1/2 bags)
- 12 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Food Coloring
Instructions
- Spray a 9x13 pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- We'll make the rice krispie treats in 3 different batches.
- Melt 3 tablespoons of butter on low heat in a large saucepan. Add 5 cups of mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Add a few drops of blue food coloring to the melted marshmallow mix. Stir until well combined. Remove from heat and add 4 cups of rice krispies cereal. Mix until completely coated. Spread evenly in prepared pan.
- Wash out your saucepan and repeat the above steps, leaving out the food coloring. Spread into pan on top of blue layer.
- Wash your saucepan again and repeat the steps, adding red food coloring to the marshmallow mix. remember to add the food coloring BEFORE the rice krispies cereal. Spread red rice krispie mixture on top of "plain" layer.
- Cut and serve. These are best eaten the same day you make them.
Notes
- Prepare the treats in batches to maintain distinct red, white, and blue layers.
- Mix food coloring into melted marshmallows before adding cereal for even color distribution.
- Best eaten the same day to preserve the best texture and freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 136mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 19mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 1060IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 8.8mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 4.3mg | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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