Green St. Patrick’s Day Rice Krispie Treat Shamrocks

Prep Time 15 mins
Rest Time 60 mins
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 12
Calories: 170
Description

Bright green, soft, and chewy Rice Krispie treat squares that are perfect for St Patrick’s Day parties, school treats, or leprechaun-themed celebrations. These are quick to make, easy for kids to hold, and always disappear fast.

Ingredients
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (about 170 g)
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows (about 170 g or 6 oz)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into pieces (about 42 g)
  • Green food coloring or green gel coloring, to desired shade
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract , optional (2.5 ml)
  • Green sprinkles or sanding sugar, optional
  • Mini chocolate coins, optional
Instructions
  1. 1
    Line a 9 x 9 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. This makes lifting and cutting much easier later.
  2. 2
    Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add the mini marshmallows and stir constantly until smooth and fully melted. Keep the heat low so everything stays soft and stretchy.
  3. 3
    Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the green food coloring a little at a time until you reach a bright green color. Mix in the vanilla if using.
  4. 4
    Add the Rice Krispies cereal and gently fold everything together until evenly coated. Work quickly while the mixture is still warm.
  5. 5
    Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and gently press it into an even layer using lightly greased hands or a spatula. Do not pack it down too firmly.
  6. 6
    Let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes, then press shamrock cutters into the mixture if using. Add sprinkles or gently press chocolate coins on top.
  7. 7
    Let the treats cool and set at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before lifting out and cutting into squares or shapes.
Keywords: St Patrick's Day
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