Lucky Charms Treats Recipe
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4.7
Lucky Charms Treats Recipe
Description
This recipe starts by melting butter and mini marshmallows together until smooth and combined with pure vanilla extract for added flavor. The mixture is stirred with Lucky Charms cereal and pressed into a parchment-lined baking pan. Additional Lucky Charms marshmallows are sprinkled on top and gently pressed into the surface. After chilling for about 30 minutes, the treats firm up into chewy, sweet bars.
The result is a colorful, soft snack with a balance of sweet marshmallow and crunchy cereal pieces, recognizable for the iconic Lucky Charms marshmallows. The texture is pliable and sticky, making these bars enjoyable for casual snacking or festive occasions.
These treats can be served as a fun dessert or a quick sweet snack. They are especially enjoyed around St. Patrick's Day but can be made year-round by substituting marshmallows or mix-ins.
Proper storage in an airtight container keeps the treats fresh for up to five days at room temperature or frozen up to six weeks. Avoid pressing the cereal mixture too hard to maintain desired texture, and line the pan with parchment for easy removal.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup butter 1½ sticks, salted
- 6 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- 6 cups Lucky Charms cereal
- 1 cup Lucky Charms marshmallows (click for where to buy just the marshmallows!)
Instructions
- Line a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the mini marshmallows and vanilla and stir until melted.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cereal using an oiled wooden spoon or rubber spatula.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle on the lucky charms marshmallows. Press the marshmallows down lightly to make sure that they stick.
- Let treats cool and set up for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 weeks.
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease removal.
- Press the mixture gently to preserve cereal crunch and avoid crushing pieces.
- You may substitute Lucky Charms marshmallows with mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, or M&Ms for variation.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 264 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1treat | |
| Calories | 264kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 231mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 45mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 863IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 82mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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