Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Cherry Rice Krispie Treats—an easy, no-bake dessert that combines the classic crunch of Rice Krispies with a sweet cherry twist and rich dark chocolate topping. Perfect for holiday gatherings, birthday parties, or simply as an afternoon snack, these treats are quick to prepare and sure to impress everyone from kids to adults. With minimal cooking involved, you can stir up a batch in just 15 minutes, making them an ideal choice for spontaneous celebrations or planned events. Customize your treats with colorful sprinkles or enjoy them as they are. Dive into this fun recipe and create a deliciously chewy treat that adds a pop of color and flavor to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 16 ounces mini vegan marshmallows
- 1 ½ tablespoons cherry vegan gelatin powder
- 10 ounces dark chocolate melting wafers
- Optional: sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and mini vegan marshmallows over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Stir in the cherry vegan gelatin powder until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a greased baking dish using wax paper or a spatula for an even layer.
- Melt the dark chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl and spread it over the pressed mixture.
- Allow to set at room temperature for about one hour before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in some chopped nuts or dried fruits. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate them for two weeks.