Easter Basket Rice Krispie Treats: A Fun And Delicious Twist On A Classic Treat
Easter Treat Ideas from www.chambanamoms.comIntroduction Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some fun and delicious Easter-themed treats? One of our favorites are Easter Basket Rice Krispie Treats! These treats are not only easy to make, but they are also a great way to get the whole family involved in the kitchen. Ingredients You'll Need To make these Easter Basket Rice Krispie Treats, you'll need the following ingredients: 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal4 cups mini marshmallows3 tablespoons butterGreen food coloringJelly beans or other small candyShredded coconutStep 1: Making the Rice Krispie Treats The first step in making these Easter Basket Rice Krispie Treats is to make the Rice Krispie treats themselves. To do this, melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Once the butter is melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir until they are completely melted and combined with the butter. Next, add in the Rice Krispies cereal and stir until everything is well combined. Once everything is mixed together, remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Step 2: Coloring the Rice Krispie Treats While the Rice Krispie mixture is cooling, add a few drops of green food coloring to it and mix until the color is evenly distributed. Once the mixture is the desired shade of green, you can start forming it into Easter baskets. Step 3: Forming the Easter Baskets To form the Easter baskets, use your hands to shape the Rice Krispie mixture into small baskets. Make sure to create a small indentation in the center of each basket so that you can add the candy later. Step 4: Adding the Candy Once you have formed all of your Easter baskets, it's time to add the candy! Fill each basket with shredded coconut (this will act as the "grass") and then add a few jelly beans or other small candy to the center of each basket. Conclusion Easter Basket Rice Krispie Treats are a fun and easy way to celebrate the holiday season. These treats are not only delicious, but they also make for a great activity to do with the whole family. So why not try making these Easter Basket Rice Krispie Treats this holiday season and enjoy a delicious and fun treat that everyone is sure to love! ...