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4th of July Rice Krispies Treats

June 25, 2012 By Cooking Mamas Leave a Comment

4th of July Rice Krispies Treats

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4th of July Rice Krispies Treats

Celebrate Independence Day with these fun and colorful treats!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16 bars

Ingredients

  • 6 c. Rice Krispies cereal divided
  • 1 (10.5 oz.) pkg. miniature marshmallows divided
  • 3 T. margarine or butter divided
  • Wiltons red and blue gel food coloring

Instructions

  • Grease a 9x9-inch glass baking dish. Divide 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal into 3 separate bowls, set aside.
  • Place 1/3 of the marshmallows and 1/3 of the butter into a large microwavable bowl. Melt in the microwave for a few minutes or until they begin to get big and puffy and the butter is melted, watch carefully. Take them out, stir well and add blue food coloring. Immediately stir in 2 cups of Rice Krispies, mix well. Press into prepared baking dish with wax paper or buttered hands.
  • Repeat steps for all 3 layers starting with the blue, then white and then red. Let cool, cut, serve and enjoy!

Filed Under: 4th of July, Bars & Brownies, DESSERTS, HOLIDAYS

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