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Monster Rice Krispie Treats

Monster Rice Krispie Treats are a vibrant, chewy snack that combines gooey marshmallow goodness with crispy cereal, elevated with colorful add-ins like sprinkles and chocolate chips. The process involves melting butter and marshmallows, mixing in cereal, and pressing the mixture into a pan to set, resulting in a playful, textured treat with a sticky, crunchy final appearance.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups mini marshmallows or vegan marshmallows
  • 4 tablespoons butter or coconut oil
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal or any puffed rice or cornflakes
  • 0.5 cups sprinkles colorful chaos
  • 0.5 cups chocolate chips optional for extra flavor and crunch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but adds depth
  • a pinch salt enhances sweetness
  • food coloring (optional) food coloring neon or pastel for monster vibe

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch pan
  • Wax paper or silicone spatula

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and equipment — this makes the process smooth and chaos-free.
  2. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, listening for a gentle bubbling and smelling a warm, buttery aroma. Stir occasionally until fully melted and slightly golden.
  3. Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring constantly. Watch as they melt into a shiny, gooey mixture that stretches and bubbles softly, filling the air with a sweet scent.
  4. Once the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth, remove the pan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for added flavor.
  5. Pour the cereal into the marshmallow mixture. Use a spatula to quickly fold and coat the cereal evenly, maintaining a sticky, textured consistency with some bits sticking together and others still fluffy.
  6. Mix in the colorful sprinkles and chocolate chips, pressing them gently into the mixture to distribute the chaos and add bursts of color and flavor.
  7. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch pan. Use wax paper or a spatula to press down gently, smoothing the top while keeping the treats light and airy.
  8. Let the treats cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, allowing the sticky mixture to set into a firm, chewy block with a colorful, textured surface.
  9. Once cooled, cut into squares or fun shapes to reveal the vibrant, chewy, crispy interior that’s ready to enjoy. Serve and savor the chaos!

Notes

For extra fun, add more food coloring or mix in chopped nuts for added crunch. Handle the mixture gently to keep it light and airy.