Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats

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These homemade Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats are ultra gooey, so easy to make and come together in 15 minutes with just 5 ingredients!

These Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats are perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or if you just want a fun change from your basic Rice Krispie Treats. This super easy no-bake dessert combines classic Rice Krispie cereal with marshmallow filled Lucky Charms for an ultra gooey and magically delicious experience! They’re colorful, fun to eat and come together in only 15 minutes with 5 simple ingredients.

Looking for more homemade Rice Krispie Treat recipes? Try my Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats or Small Batch Rice Krispie Treats!

Ingredient Breakdown

Mini marshmallows – I recommend using mini marshmallows because they’re easier to melt. Don’t use stale marshmallows because they will make your Rice Krispie Treats stale.

Butter – I always recommend using unsalted butter but salted butter works if that’s all you have on hand, just be sure to omit the 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

Salt – enhances flavor.

Lucky Charms cereal – don’t use stale cereal because it will make your Rice Krispie Treats stale. I recommend setting aside some extra marshmallows for topping the treats to make them look extra pretty!

Rice Krispies cereal – you can use any brand of crisp rice cereal. Don’t use stale cereal because it will make your Rice Krispie Treats stale.

How To Make Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats

1. Set aside 2oz (1 cup) of mini marshmallows. In a large pot, melt the remaining mini marshmallows and cubed butter on medium low heat while stirring constantly. Remove from heat once the marshmallows are just melted.

2. Stir in the salt. Then mix in the Lucky Charms, Rice Krispies and remaining cup of mini marshmallows.

3. Gently press into the prepared 8×8 inch pan. If desired, immediately press extra Lucky Charms marshmallows on top. Let cool to room temperature for 30-60 minutes before slicing. Store Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.

Pro Tips For Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats

• Weigh your ingredients using a kitchen scale! Measuring ingredients by volume is not accurate; baking is a science after all!
• Make sure your parchment paper hangs over the sides of the pan for easy removal after cooling!
• Use fresh ingredients! Stale marshmallows or cereal will result in stale Rice Krispie Treats.
• Don’t over cook the marshmallows otherwise your Rice Krispie Treats will become very hard after cooling! Be sure to remove them from the heat once they’re just melted.
• Don’t press the Rice Krispie Treats too firmly into the pan otherwise they will turn out very dense and hard.
• Set aside extra Lucky Charms marshmallows for topping the treats to make them look extra pretty!

Frequently Asked Questions

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Can Rice Krispie Treats Be Made Gluten Free?

Yes! To make gluten free Rice Krispie Treats, use certified gluten free crisp rice cereal. Also, be sure to use Original Lucky Charms cereal since it is gluten free. Some of the other Lucky Charm Cereal variations are not gluten free.

Can This Recipe Be Doubled?

Yes! Simply double all of the ingredients and press into a 9×13 inch pan.

Do Rice Krispie Treats Need To Be Refrigerated?

I don’t recommend refrigerating these treats because it will make them hard. Simply store them in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.

Can Rice Krispie Treats Be Frozen?

Yes, Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats can be frozen in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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