Cherry Rice Krispie Treats with Dark Chocolate Bliss

Delight in these Cherry Rice Krispie Treats that combine sweet cherry and dark chocolate for a perfect dessert.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 55

Total Time 1 20

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

6 cups Rice Krispies cereal Feel free to use any puffed rice cereal if needed.
1/4 cup Unsalted butter Margarine can work in a pinch.
4 cups Mini marshmallows Use sugar-free marshmallows for a lower-calorie option.
3 ounces Cherry gelatin powder Not sugar-free; gives the treats their unique cherry flavor.

For the Topping

1 cup Dark chocolate melting wafers Try milk chocolate or white chocolate for different sweetness levels.
Sprinkles Optional; adds decoration and visual appeal.

Equipment

Saucepan
Spatula
Baking Dish
Microwave-safe Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large saucepan, melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter over low heat.
Once the butter is completely melted, add 4 cups of mini marshmallows.
Stir continuously for about 4-5 minutes until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 3 ounces of cherry gelatin powder.
Gradually fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal, stirring gently.
Transfer the mixture into a buttered 13x9 baking dish and press firmly.
Melt 1 cup of dark chocolate melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl.
Pour the melted dark chocolate over the pressed Rice Krispie mixture.
Let the treats cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Cut into squares or rectangles after they have cooled for an additional 45 minutes to an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, press the mixture firmly into the pan and use fresh ingredients.

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