Chocolate Covered Cherry Rice Krispies Treats
A delicious and vibrant no-bake dessert that combines the nostalgic crunch of Rice Krispies with the sweet, fruity punch of cherry gelatin and a rich chocolate finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Butter – 4 tablespoons
Mini marshmallows – 10 ounces
Rice Krispies cereal – 6 cups
Cherry gelatin (Jell-O) – 4 ounces
Chocolate chips – 1 1/2 cups
Shortening – 1 tablespoon
Instructions
Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Stir in 10 ounces of mini marshmallows until completely melted.
Add the 4-ounce package of cherry gelatin to the marshmallow mixture and stir well.
Remove from heat and mix in 6 cups of Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
With greased hands, press the mixture into a rimmed baking sheet and let cool.
In a separate bowl, melt 1 1/2 cups of chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of shortening, stirring until smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled treats.
Allow the chocolate to set completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
• Use a gluten-free certified crispy rice cereal to make this recipe GF-friendly.
• Do not press the mixture too firmly into the pan to keep the treats light and airy.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.