Description
Indulge in the festive spirit of Independence Day with these delightful 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats! Bursting with vibrant red and blue layers, this easy no-bake dessert is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, and barbecues. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a colorful centerpiece that will wow your friends and family. These treats are not only fun to make but also provide a deliciously satisfying crunch that everyone will love. Get ready to celebrate with this crowd-pleasing recipe that’s sure to become a favorite tradition!
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 oz marshmallows (divided)
- 18 cups puffed rice cereal (divided)
- 9 oz unsalted butter (divided)
- Red & blue food coloring
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13 dish and set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 oz of butter and add 10 oz of marshmallows until smooth. Stir in red food coloring.
- Mix in 6 cups of puffed rice cereal until evenly coated; press into the prepared dish.
- Repeat steps 2-3 without color for the second layer and press it on top.
- For the blue layer, follow steps 2-3 using blue food coloring; press this mixture on top.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg