St. Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Bites
These St. Patrick's Day Rice Krispie Bites are festive, no-bake treats made with gooey marshmallows, crispy rice cereal, and vibrant green coloring. Ready in just 15 minutes, they're perfect for classroom parties, family gatherings, and easy holiday desserts.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- large saucepan
- mixing bowl
- spatula
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- green gel food coloring
- rainbow sprinkles, gold stars, or green sanding sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Measure cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- Melt butter over low heat in a large saucepan. Add marshmallows and stir constantly until fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in green gel food coloring, vanilla extract, and salt until evenly combined.
- Pour melted marshmallow mixture over cereal. Stir quickly until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to prepared pan and gently press into an even layer without compacting too firmly.
- Add sprinkles or decorations while mixture is still warm so they adhere properly.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes. Lift from pan and cut into squares or bite-sized pieces before serving.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for the brightest green color without adding extra moisture. Press the mixture gently into the pan to keep the treats soft and chewy. Do not refrigerate, as it can make them hard and dense.