Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats
These Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats are soft, chewy, and packed with real strawberry flavor thanks to freeze-dried strawberry powder folded into buttery, melted marshmallows. Finished with crisp Rice Krispies and pops of mini M&Ms and sprinkles (if you please), they’re an easy no-bake treat that’s perfect for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, showers, book clubs, and sweet treat cravings.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter cut into small pieces
- 16 oz mini marshmallows, divided
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup freeze-dried strawberry powder or raspberry powder
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup mini Valentine’s Day M&Ms or regular mini M&Ms, divided
- ¼ cup Valentine’s Day sprinkles or more M&Ms
Instructions
- Spray an 8x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large nonstick pot over medium heat.
- Stir in all about 2 cups of the marshmallows and heat until melted and smooth.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and strawberry or raspberry powder until smooth and combined.
- Gently fold in the Rice Krispies, the remaining 2 cups of marshmallows, and ¾ cup of M&Ms until the mixture is evenly coated and combined. Be careful not to overwork the mixture or the treats get too hard.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spread it out lightly, and evenly top with the sprinkles and remaining M&Ms. Gently but firmly press the treats into the pan (I like to do this by placing parchment paper on top and pressing down until even).
- Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour or until set. Cut into squares with a plastic knife and enjoy!
Notes
Storage Directions — Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight, for 2–3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The texture may change slightly when chilled, but they’ll still be tasty.
Recipe Pro-Tips
- Prep all ingredients before you start. Once the butter and marshmallows begin melting, things move quickly, so having everything measured and ready prevents rushing, burning, or sticking.
- Melt the marshmallows gently. Use a large nonstick pot over medium heat, stirring frequently so the marshmallows melt smoothly without scorching or stiffening.
- Remove from heat before adding flavorings. Stirring in the vanilla extract and strawberry powder off the heat helps preserve flavor and prevents overheating the melted marshmallow mixture.
- Don’t overwork the mixture. Gently fold until just combined—overmixing or pressing too firmly will result in dense, hard treats rather than soft, chewy ones.
- Use a plastic knife for clean slices. A plastic knife cuts through the set treats easily with less sticking, though a metal knife works if that’s what you have.
Nutrition
Serving: 1squareCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 2.2gFat: 7gFiber: 1g
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