Easter Rice Krispie Treats
Easter Rice Krispie Treats are cheerful, marshmallow-laden nests that add a playful touch to any spring celebration. These delightful treats, adorned with colorful frosting and candy eggs, are perfect for family gatherings or festive parties, appealing to both kids and adults alike. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes, they make for an easy last-minute dessert option. The combination of gooey vegan marshmallows and crunchy Rice Krispies creates a sweet, chewy texture that’s irresistible. Customize them with various toppings for any occasion beyond Easter!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces vegan marshmallows
- 7 cups Rice Krispies
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Easter egg candies (for decoration)
- green food coloring
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Grease cupcake pans and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the vegan marshmallows and butter. Heat in the microwave for about 2 minutes until melted, stirring to prevent burning.
- Mix in the Rice Krispies until fully coated.
- Spoon the mixture into greased cupcake pans and press down firmly using wax paper to shape into nests.
- Allow to set for about 30 minutes before removing from pans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nest (approximately 40g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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