Description
A quick and easy recipe for Cherry Rice Krispie Treats that combines nostalgic flavors with a touch of elegance. Perfect for parties and gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
- 2 tbsp maraschino cherry juice from the jar
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional for drizzle or mix-in)
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×9 inch pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter carefully.
- Stir in the mini marshmallows and cook, stirring constantly until fully melted.
- Add the cherry juice and almond extract, stirring until the mixture turns pink.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until well coated.
- Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and optional white chocolate chips gently.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press gently with a spatula.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
Be careful not to press the mixture too hard, or the treats will become rock hard.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Rice Krispie Treats, Cherry Dessert, Quick Snacks, Party Treats, Nostalgic Recipes