Cherry Rice Krispie Treats: The Ultimate Guide to Making Them

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 10 min Total Time: 25 min
Yield: 16 servings Category: Desserts And Drinks Cuisine: American Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description Delicious and nostalgic Cherry Rice Krispie Treats with a fruity twist from maraschino cherries and almond extract.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 10 oz mini marshmallows
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup maraschino cherries, chopped
  • 2 tbsp maraschino cherry juice
  • ½ tsp almond extract (optional)
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
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Instructions

  1. Prepare a 9×9-inch pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  3. Stir in the marshmallows and cook, stirring constantly, until fully melted.
  4. Add the cherry juice and almond extract, stirring until the mixture turns pink.
  5. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until well coated.
  6. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and optional white chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Press gently and evenly with a buttered spatula or parchment paper.
  8. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.