Simple Easy Crispy Rice Candy Kid Favorite
Brighten up snack time with this Simple Easy Crispy Rice Candy, a kid-approved favorite that combines timeless flavors with a playful touch! Featuring gooey marshmallows, buttery richness, and delightfully crunchy crispy rice cereal, this no-bake recipe is as simple to make as it is fun to eat. A splash of vanilla and the cheerful addition of rainbow sprinkles elevate these classic treats into something extra special—perfect for birthdays, playdates, or a quick homemade snack. Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal cleanup, these colorful bars are an irresistible combination of sweet, chewy, and crunchy that kids (and adults) will absolutely love. Don't forget, they're customizable too—swap the sprinkles for your favorite add-ins to make them uniquely yours!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup rainbow sprinkles
- 1 as needed nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by lightly spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent it from browning.
Once the butter is fully melted, reduce the heat to low and add the mini marshmallows. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth.
Remove the pot from heat and quickly mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Gently fold in the crispy rice cereal, making sure it is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
Add the rainbow sprinkles to the mixture and gently fold them in, being careful not to overmix so the sprinkles don’t melt.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Using a lightly greased spatula or clean hands sprayed with nonstick cooking spray, press the mixture evenly into the pan without compacting it too much.
Let the dish cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until set.
Once fully cooled, cut the crispy rice candy into squares or rectangles and serve.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.0 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.3 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 4728 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1116.5 g | 406% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 453.8 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 86.4 mg | 480% | |
| Potassium | 741 mg | 16% | |
*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.
