INDEPENDENCE RICE KRISPIE TREATS
Independence Rice Krispie Treats are a patriotic twist on the classic marshmallow and cereal snack. These festive treats are perfect for celebrating Independence Day or any patriotic occasion, offering a tasty and visually appealing way to show your national pride.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Mixing Spoon
- 3 Small Bowls
- 9x13 Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Decorating Piping Bags
Ingredients
- 5 cups rice Krispies cereal
- ¼ cup butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows about 10 ounces
- ½ cup red meltable candies
- ½ cup white meltable candies
- ½ cup blue meltable candies
- Sprinkles: as desired can be any type of your choosing
Instructions
Preparing the Base Treat
- Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat. Add the mini marshmallows, stirring until completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove the pot from heat and immediately mix in the Rice Krispies cereal until well coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into a 9x13 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
- Flatten it evenly across the pan.
- Let the Rice Krispie treats cool and set in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
Cutting the Treats
- Once set, lift the whole treat out of the pan using the edges of the parchment paper.
- Place it on a cutting board and cut into squares or rectangles to your preferred size.
Melting the Candies
- Separately melt the red, white, and blue meltable candies according to the package instructions.
- Use bowls deep enough for easy dipping.
Drizzle the Treats
- Drizzle each Rice Krispie square with the melted candy of your choice with a spoon or with a piping bag, covering it to your liking.
- Let any excess drip off.
- Place the dipped treats onto a sheet of parchment paper.
- While the candy coating is still wet, sprinkle with your chosen sprinkles for a decorative touch.
Cooling
- Allow the treats to set completely at room temperature, or in the refrigerator for a faster setting.