St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with these irresistibly delicious green Rice Krispie Treats! A super easy, family-friendly recipe that's perfect for parties or a fun after-school snack. These festive treats are best enjoyed fresh, but can be made ahead for special occasions. This recipe delivers vibrant green goodness that everyone will love – even those who usually shy away from green desserts!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 81.9 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats

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How to Make St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats

  1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the marshmallows until completely melted and smooth.
  3. Stir in the green food coloring until you reach your desired shade of green. Start with less and add more gradually to avoid making them too dark.
  4. Add the Rice Krispies cereal and stir gently until all the cereal is evenly coated.
  5. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  7. Let the treats cool completely (approximately 135 minutes) before cutting into squares.
  8. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

6g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats?

St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 135 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats?

St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats has approximately 81.9 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats?

The key ingredients for St Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Treats are Butter, Marshmallows, Candy Sprinkles, Rice Krispies, 1 teaspoon green food coloring, light amount cooking spray (for greasing pan). See the full list with measurements above.

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