Cherry Rice Krispie Treats
Treat yourself to a delightful twist on a classic favorite with these Cherry Rice Krispie Treats. This fun and easy recipe combines the chewy goodness of vegan marshmallows with the tartness of cherry gelatin and rich dark chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknights to festive gatherings, these treats are sure to please both kids and adults alike. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will bring back sweet childhood memories while making new ones!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 16 ounces mini vegan marshmallows
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 ½ tablespoons cherry gelatin powder (vegan)
- 10 ounces Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter and mini marshmallows over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth.
- Stir in the cherry gelatin powder until well combined and a vibrant pink color appears.
- Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a buttered 13×9 baking dish using greased wax paper or a spatula.
- Melt the dark chocolate wafers and spread evenly over the cooled mixture.
- Allow to set for one hour at room temperature before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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