Soft Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats
These vibrant Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats are a fruity, colorful upgrade to the classic childhood snack. By incorporating strawberry gelatin directly into the marshmallow melt, you get a chewy texture with a punch of real berry flavor. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, baby showers, or just a fun afternoon treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Rice Krispies cereal – 7 cups
Mini marshmallows – 1 bag (10.5 oz)
Strawberry gelatin (e.g., Jell-O) – 1.5 oz (half of a 3 oz box)
Unsalted butter – 1/2 cup
Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low-medium heat.
Add the mini marshmallows and let them sit for about 30 seconds before stirring gently.
Stir in the vanilla extract and the strawberry gelatin powder until combined.
Remove the pan from the heat while the marshmallows are still partially intact; stir off-burner until completely melted.
Add the Rice Krispies cereal and fold gently to ensure every piece is coated in pink marshmallow.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch pan and pat down lightly with buttered hands.
Allow the treats to set and cool for at least 2 hours before slicing into squares.
Notes
• Use fresh marshmallows for the softest texture; older marshmallows result in hard treats.
• Do not over-compress the mixture in the pan; a light touch ensures a tender bite.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature to prevent them from drying out.