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St. Patrick's Day Rice Cereal Bars

Delightful and easy-to-make rice cereal bars, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a touch of green candy melt and golden sprinkles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 6 cups crispy rice cereal (or a mix of plain and lightly colored cereal)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted
  • 1 package (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Toppings
  • 1 cup green candy melts Melted
  • 2 tablespoons gold sprinkles (optional) For decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a 9×9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the parchment.
  2. In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat.
  3. Once the butter is melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add the crispy rice cereal and stir quickly until evenly coated.
  6. Press the mixture into the prepared pan using a greased spatula or buttered hands.
  7. Allow to cool for 45–60 minutes.
Topping
  1. Melt the green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the melted candy over the cooled bars and sprinkle with gold sprinkles before the coating sets.
  3. Let the topping firm up for 15 minutes.
  4. Lift out using the parchment overhang and cut into squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Layer squares between sheets of parchment to prevent sticking. For best mouthfeel, allow to reach room temperature before serving.