Easy St. Patrick's Day Treats
Simple and colorful treats perfect for St. Patrick's Day that evoke nostalgia and joy during the festive celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Treats
- 2 tablespoons butter melted for binding
- 1 bag marshmallows use fresh for best flavor
- 1-2 drops green food coloring to achieve desired vibrancy
- 6 cups rice cereal for crunch
For the Topping
- 1 cup white chocolate melted for drizzling
- as needed rainbow-colored gummies for decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat until fragrant.
- Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted and creamy.
- Mix in 1 to 2 drops of green food coloring until the desired shade is reached.
- Remove from heat and fold in the rice cereal, stirring gently.
- Press the mixture firmly into a greased 9x13-inch pan.
Finishing Touches
- Allow the mixture to cool until just warm before cutting into squares.
- Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over each square.
- Decorate with rainbow-colored gummies.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to three days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to one week or freeze for three months.