4th of July Rice Krispies Treats
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4th of July Rice Krispies Treats
Description
4th of July Rice Krispies Treats use the classic combination of marshmallows and Rice Krispies cereal with a twist of layered colors to reflect the holiday theme. The recipe divides the marshmallows and cereal into three portions to form a blue, plain, and red layer. Each batch of marshmallows is melted with margarine or butter in the microwave until puffed, then stirred with gel food coloring before mixing with cereal. Pressing the mixture into a greased pan allows the treats to set in a dense but chewable bar with crispy textures from the cereal.
The marshmallow provides a stretchy, sweet binder while the cereal retains its snap. These treats are easily handheld and do not require baking, making them a convenient party dessert. Serving them chilled helps them hold shape and texture. Using gel colors rather than liquid ensures brighter, more vivid layers with minimal moisture addition.
This layered approach creates a visually striking dessert for patriotic occasions without altering the familiar Rice Krispies Treat texture and flavor. Variations in pan size affect thickness and treat size.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (divided)
- 16 oz marshmallows (divided)
- 3 tbsp margarine or butter (divided)
- Food Coloring (red and blue/turquoise - I like Betty Crocker Gel Food Colors because the colors are brighter)
Instructions
- Gather your supplies and divide the Rice Krispies and marshmallows in three for the three layers (2 cups Rice Krispies and about 2 cups marshmallows).
- Add marshmallows to a microwave safe bowl along with the margarine (1 TB) for a few minutes or until they start to get big and almost touch the top of the microwave. Take them out, stir well and add the food coloring. (We started with the blue, then no food coloring and then the red).
- Then add 2 cups of Rice Krispies and stir well. Press into well greased 9x9 pan (a 9x13 works but makes thinner treats).
- Repeat with no food coloring and then the red food coloring layer. Let set and ENJOY!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 198 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 198kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Sodium | 137mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 1055IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 8.8mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 4.3mg | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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