Description
These Cherry Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, featuring a chewy texture and a burst of sweet cherry flavor. Each bite is a perfect balance of gooey marshmallows and crispy rice cereal, with a hint of tartness from the cherries that makes them utterly irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- Base:
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- Cherry Mixture:
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry-flavored gelatin (like Jell-O)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in the cherry-flavored gelatin until well combined.
- Fold in the Rice Krispies cereal and chopped dried cherries until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, using a spatula to smooth the top.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Make-ahead: These treats can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness.
- Substitutions: Use fresh cherries instead of dried for a fresher taste, but reduce the amount of marshmallows slightly to account for added moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 2x2 inches)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 50 milligrams
- Fat: 5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 24 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 15 milligrams
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