4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
Celebrate Independence Day with these fun and festive 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats! Bursting with vibrant layers of red, white, and blue, these no-bake treats are not only a delightful addition to your holiday table but also a simple recipe that kids can help make. Perfect for picnics, parties, or any summer gathering, they will surely please both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare with just a few ingredients, this sweet treat captures the spirit of patriotism while providing a deliciously chewy snack. Elevate your celebration by serving these colorful bars at your next festive event!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 oz marshmallows (divided)
- 18 cups puffed rice cereal (divided)
- 9 oz unsalted butter (divided)
- Red and blue food coloring
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt 3 oz of butter over low heat. Add 10 oz of marshmallows and stir until smooth. Mix in red food coloring and puffed rice cereal until coated. Press into the prepared dish.
- Repeat the process for the white layer using 10 oz of marshmallows without adding color; press on top of the red layer.
- For the blue layer, melt remaining butter and marshmallows, add blue food coloring, mix in cereal, and press onto the white layer.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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