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Patriotic Rice Krispies

This dessert involves melting butter and marshmallows over heat to create a sticky, sweet mixture. Toasted cereal is then combined with the melted mixture and stirred in colorful sprinkles, resulting in a crunchy, cohesive treat with a bright, festive appearance. The final product is cut into squares and has a soft, chewy texture encased in a crunchy exterior.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Marshmallows about 10 oz / 280 g or 4 cups mini: Creates gooey sweet binding base
  • Unsalted butter 3 tablespoons cut into pieces: Adds Rich buttery flavor
  • Puffed rice cereal 6 cups: Provides Light crispy crunch texture
  • Red white and blue sprinkles 1/2 cup: Adds Festive color and sweet finish

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Square baking pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Place butter pieces in a large saucepan over low heat.
  3. Melt butter over low heat just until fully liquefied, avoiding browning.
  4. Add marshmallows and stir continuously.
  5. Heat only until marshmallows are just melted and smooth, then remove from heat immediately.
  6. Remove pan from heat.
  7. Add puffed rice cereal gradually.
  8. Stir gently until cereal is evenly coated.
  9. Fold in part of the sprinkles for color.
  10. Transfer mixture into prepared baking pan.
  11. Press lightly into an even layer.
  12. Sprinkle remaining festive sprinkles on top and let set before cutting.