Can I make these treats ahead of time for a party?

Absolutely! These treats stay fresh for 2-3 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature. In fact, making them a day ahead allows the colors to set beautifully and gives you one less thing to prepare on party day.

Why are my Rice Krispie treats turning out hard instead of soft?

The most common reason is overcooking the marshmallow mixture or pressing the treats too firmly into the pan. Be gentle when mixing and shaping, and avoid overheating the marshmallows—once they're melted, remove from heat immediately.

Can I use regular marshmallows instead of mini marshmallows?

Yes! Regular marshmallows work fine, but you'll need to adjust the measurement and they may take longer to melt. About 40 regular marshmallows equal 5 cups of mini marshmallows.

My food coloring isn't giving vibrant colors—what am I doing wrong?

Liquid food coloring can dilute in the hot marshmallow mixture. For more vibrant colors, try gel or paste food coloring which provides more concentrated color without adding excess liquid. Start with small amounts and build up to your desired intensity.

Easter Egg Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Name: Easter Egg Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 32
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 18 cups Mini Marshmallows; 12 Tablespoons Butter; 16 cups Rice Krispies Cereal; Pink Food Coloring; Purple Food Coloring; Yellow Food Coloring; Blue Food Coloring

Description

These Easter Egg Rice Krispie Treats are a fun and colorful twist on the classic recipe, perfect for spring celebrations! Made with four vibrant pastel colors, these treats are simple to prepare, and kids will love helping to mold them into egg shapes. They’re the perfect festive addition to your Easter dessert table.

Ingredients

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For the Rice Krispie Mixture

18 cups Mini Marshmallows
12 Tablespoons Butter
16 cups Rice Krispies Cereal

For Coloring

Pink Food Coloring
Purple Food Coloring
Yellow Food Coloring
Blue Food Coloring

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients
Make Rice Krispie treats in four separate batches, one for each color of the Easter eggs (pink, purple, yellow, and blue). Gather all ingredients and set up your workspace.
Melt the Butter and Marshmallows
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in the microwave. Add 5 cups of mini marshmallows to the melted butter and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the marshmallows are fully melted and smooth.
Add the Food Coloring
Add a few drops of pink food coloring to the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir until the color is evenly distributed.
Combine with Rice Krispies Cereal
Stir in 4 cups of Rice Krispies cereal into the marshmallow mixture. Mix thoroughly until the cereal is fully coated. Spread the mixture evenly in a prepared pan.
Repeat the Process
Repeat the above steps three more times to create batches with the purple, yellow, and blue food coloring.
Shape the Rice Krispie Eggs
Allow the mixture in each color batch to cool slightly so they are easier to work with. Grab a handful of the Rice Krispie mixture and use your hands to mold it into an egg shape. Repeat with all remaining mixtures.
Let the Eggs Cool and Set
Allow the Rice Krispie Easter Eggs to cool completely before serving.
Enjoy!
Once fully set, serve, and enjoy the festive, colorful treats with friends and family.

Notes

Be sure to work quickly when molding the mixture into eggs as it sets as it cools.
Keep a small bowl of water nearby to lightly dampen your hands; this helps to prevent sticking while forming the eggs.
Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
For additional decoration, you can drizzle the eggs with melted chocolate or sprinkle with colored sugar for extra flair.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Easter Egg Treat
Calories: 130kcal
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg