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Rice Krispie Eggs

Colorful Rice Krispie Eggs for a Fun Easter Treat

These Colorful Rice Krispie Eggs are a joyful and creative no-bake treat perfect for Easter celebrations, appealing to kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 eggs
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base Mixture
  • 3 cups Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Cereal Choose gluten-free option if needed.
  • 3 cups Mini Marshmallows Larger marshmallows can be used if melted fully.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter (Salted Sweet Cream) Margarine is a dairy-free substitute.
For the Colorful Touch
  • Wilton Color Right Food Coloring Feel free to experiment with different brands.
Optional for Variations
  • Natural Food Coloring (e.g., beet juice, turmeric) For a more wholesome approach.
  • Shaped Molds Use to create fun variations like bunnies or chicks!

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, stirring gently for about 2 minutes until fully melted.
  2. Add mini marshmallows to the pan and stir continuously over low heat for 3-5 minutes until completely melted.
  3. Stir your desired food coloring into the melted marshmallow mixture.
  4. Gradually fold in Kellogg's Rice Krispies cereal into the colorful marshmallow mixture.
  5. Allow the mixture to cool for about 5-10 minutes until it's warm but manageable to handle.
  6. Using your hands, take about 0.5 oz. of mixture and squeeze to form an egg shape.
  7. Repeat the shaping process with any remaining mixtures of different colors you've prepared.
  8. Once shaped, place the Rice Krispie Eggs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and allow them to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Lightly butter your fingers when shaping to prevent sticking. Use molds for more creative shapes.

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