Perfect Crispy Rice Cereal Treats Fruit Flavored
Elevate your dessert game with these Perfect Crispy Rice Cereal Treats—Fruit Flavored, a vibrant twist on the classic no-bake favorite! Bursting with the fruity sweetness of colorful fruit-flavored marshmallows and the irresistible crunch of crispy rice cereal, these treats are further enhanced with bits of tangy freeze-dried fruit like strawberries, blueberries, or mango. Melted butter and a hint of vanilla extract tie it all together for a rich, chewy texture that’s easy to make in just 15 minutes. Perfect for parties, lunchbox snacks, or satisfying your sweet tooth, these fruity cereal treats are as eye-catching as they are delicious. Quick to prepare and delightfully unique, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 ounces fruit-flavored marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup freeze-dried fruit (e.g. strawberries, blueberries, or mango)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 spray/sheet nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper
Instructions
Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by lightly spraying it with nonstick cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent browning.
Once the butter is melted, add the fruit-flavored marshmallows to the pot and stir continuously until they are completely melted and smooth.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Gently fold in the crispy rice cereal, ensuring it is evenly coated in the marshmallow mixture.
Lightly crush the freeze-dried fruit with your hands or a rolling pin, then fold it into the cereal mixture. Be careful not to overmix so the pieces of fruit remain intact.
Quickly transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down into an even layer with a spatula. To prevent sticking, you can spray the spatula with nonstick cooking spray or use a piece of parchment paper to press down.
Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until set.
Once cooled, cut into 12 squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy your fruity crispy rice cereal treats!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.8 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 5101 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1023.0 g | 372% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 342.7 g | ||
| Protein | 58.4 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 88.7 mg | 493% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
