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Published: Mar 14, 2023 by Sugar Geek Show · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats

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These Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats are surprisingly delicious and are a fun treat to make with kids. Combine Lucky Charms and gooey marshmallows to make treats perfect for birthday parties, St. Patrick's day, or a school snack. Add a cup of Rice Krispies in addition to the Lucky Charms cereal to fill in the holes and add texture.lucky charms rice krispie treats lined up on a table

I've always made cereal treats over the stove top and ended up with a big sticky mess. This easy recipe is great because all you need is one large bowl and a microwave. Adding Lucky Charms cereal and marshmallows is a fun way to elevate the classic Rice Krispie treat. You can also trade out the box of Lucky Charms or Rice Krispies for your favorite cereal, like Fruity Pebbles or Cocoa Puffs.

Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treat Ingredientsingredients for lucky charm treats in bowls on a table

Butter is the ingredient that adds flavor to the Lucky Charm treats. I like to use unsalted butter and add my own salt because I can control the amount, but you can also use salted butter and leave out the salt.

Large or mini marshmallows will work for this recipe, just make sure that they are fresh, and not expired.

Rice Krispies are a fun twist to this recipe, as most Lucky Charms treats will only use that cereal. I like the extra rice krispies because they fill in the gaps between the lucky charms cereal and marshmallows. It only takes about a cup of cereal to fill in the gaps, but if you like firmer crispy treats, you can add more.

Lucky Charms cereal has fun, colorful marshmallows that take this gooey marshmallow treat up a notch. They do melt a little bit when you mix them in with the hot marshmallows, so be sure to reserve a few for topping the treats.

Making Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats

  1. Grease a 9" x 9" pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray. You can also line it with a piece of parchment paper if you're nervous about sticking. A square pan will make thick Rice Krispie treats, while a rectangle pan will make thinner treats.hand holding a bottle of pan spray over a metal pan
  2. Spray a large mixing bowl with cooking spray, add the marshmallows, and microwave in 30-second increments until they're melting and puffy. You can also heat them in a large saucepan over the stove.marshmallows pouring into a large glass bowl
  3. Grease your spatula with cooking spray or oil to help with the sticking and work quickly.spraying a spatula with pan spray
  4. Add the butter and salt to the marshmallows and mix them together until they are melted and combined. hands adding butter from a plate into a bowl of marshmallowsmelted marshmallows in a bowl
  5. Reserve a few of the colorful marshmallows for topping, then add the Lucky Charms and Rice Krispies, one cup at a time, to the melted marshmallows and stir it all together.adding cereal to a bowl of marshmallows
  6. Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it into an even layer with a spatula. Pro-tip: Coat your clean hands in cooking spray and press it into the corners.a bowl of cereal treat mixture pouring into a baking dish
  7. Sprinkle the reserved Lucky Charms marshmallows on top while the treats are still warm, then let them rest in the pan until they come to room temperature, or freeze for 20 minutes to set up.hand adding a container of lucky charm marshmallows on top of rice krispie treats
  8. Release the edges of the treats with a knife, then remove them from the pan and cut them into 9 equal squares.knife cutting through rice krispie treats
  9. Store the Lucky Charms Rice Krispie treats in an airtight container, or wrap individual treats in plastic wrap. They can last at room temperature for up to 3 days. Pro-Tip: For best results, leave them out overnight so the marshmallows get a little bit soggy, the texture is amazing!hand holding a rice krispie treat with square treats around it
  10. For an extra optional design, drizzle or dip each treat in white chocolate.

FAQ

Is it ok to use old marshmallows for Rice Krispie treats?

Old marshmallows don't melt as well as fresh marshmallows because they develop a skin on the outside, so it's best to use a new bag for Krispie treats.

What happens if you put too much butter in Rice Krispie treats?

Adding too much butter and marshmallow to Rice Krispie treats can make them soggy, overly sticky, or even wet. Too little can make them dry and crumbly. If you like this recipe is a bit too gooey, add another ½ cup of Rice Krispies.

How many days ahead can you make Rice Krispie treats?

These treats are best served within 3 days. They can stay out at room temperature wrapped in plastic or wax paper, or stored in an airtight container. They will get hard if you refrigerate them.

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Recipe

lucky charms rice krispie treats lined up on a table

Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats

It only takes 6 simple ingredients to make gooey, rainbow Lucky Charms marshmallow treats. These nostalgic treats have extra marshmallows in them to give them a satisfying chew that will leave you wanting to eat the whole tray. These easy treats could be your new favorite no bake dessert!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Resting Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 9 people
Calories: 355kcal
Author: Elizabeth Marek

Equipment

  • 1 square pan

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces marshmallows large or small
  • ½ cup unsalted butter plus more for the pan, or spray
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Rice Krispies cereal
  • 6 cups Lucky Charms cereal

Instructions

  • Grease a 9" x 9" pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray. You can also line it with a piece of parchment paper if you're nervous about sticking. A square pan will make thick Rice Krispie treats, while a rectangle pan will make thinner treats.
  • Spray a large mixing bowl with cooking spray, add the marshmallows, and microwave in 30-second increments until they're melting and puffy. You can also heat them in a large saucepan over the stove.
  • Grease your spatula with cooking spray or oil to help with the sticking and work quickly.
  • Add the butter and salt to the marshmallows and mix them together until they are melted and combined. 
  • Reserve a few of the colorful marshmallows for topping, then add the Lucky Charms and Rice Krispies, one cup at a time, to the melted marshmallows and stir it all together.
  • Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it into an even layer with a spatula. Pro-tip: Coat your clean hands in cooking spray and press it into the corners.
  • Sprinkle the reserved Lucky Charms marshmallows on top while the treats are still warm, then let them rest in the pan until they come to room temperature, or freeze for 20 minutes to set up.
  • Release the edges of the treats with a knife, then remove them from the pan and cut them into 9 equal squares.
  • Store the Lucky Charms Rice Krispie treats in an airtight container, or wrap individual treats in plastic wrap. They can last at room temperature for up to 3 days.
    Pro-Tip: For best results, leave them out overnight so the marshmallows get a little bit soggy, the texture is amazing!

Notes

  1. These treats are best served within 3 days. They can stay out at room temperature wrapped in plastic or wax paper, or stored in an airtight container. They will get hard if you refrigerate them.
  2. Butter is the ingredient that adds flavor to the Lucky Charm treats. I like to use unsalted butter and add my own salt because I can control the amount, but you can also use salted butter and leave out the salt.
  3. Large or mini marshmallows will work for this recipe, just make sure that they are fresh, and not expired.
  4. Although this recipe is in cups too, I HIGHLY recommend you measure your ingredients using a food scale. It makes baking so much easier and will lead to more successful recipes. Follow my tutorial to learn how to use a scale. 1 oz= 28 grams.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treat | Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 1200IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 6mg
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