Rice Krispies Treats Bunnies and Eggs

Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats have been a favorite in my family for as long as I can remember. If you are looking to make a yummy snack for the kids this Easter weekend, check out these recipes for Rice Krispies Treats Bunnies and Easter Eggs. Also don’t miss the Kellogg’s Recipe Krispies microsite, childhoodiscalling.com for recipes and so much more.

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Rice Krispies Treats Bunnies
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 package (10 oz., about 40) regular marshmallows – or – 4 cups miniature marshmallows
• 6 cups Rice Krispies
• Canned frosting or decorating gel
• Pink construction paper cut into bunny ears
• Assorted candies

Directions

1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.

2. Add KELLOGG’S RICE KRISPIES cereal. Stir until well coated.

3. Using 1/3-cup measuring cup coated with cooking spray divide warm cereal mixture into portions. Using buttered hands shape each portion into ball.

4. Use frosting to attach two balls together, forming bunny body and head. Repeat with remaining balls. Use frosting to attach paper ears. Decorate with frosting and/or candies for eyes, mouth, whiskers and tail. Best if served same day.

Microwave Directions

In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Follow steps 2 thru 4 above. Microwave cooking times may vary.

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Rice Krispies Treats Easter Eggs
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 18

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 package (10 oz., about 40) regular marshmallows – or – 4 cups miniature marshmallows
• 6 cups Rice Krispies – or – 6 cups Ready-To-Eat Cereal Cocoa Krispies
• Canned frosting or decorating gel
• Assorted candies

Directions

1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.

2. Add KELLOGG’S RICE KRISPIES cereal. Stir until well coated.

3. Using 1/3-cup measuring cup coated with cooking spray divide warm cereal mixture into portions. Using buttered hands shape each portion into egg shape. Cool. Decorate with frosting and/or candies. Best if served the same day.

Microwave Directions

In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Follow steps 2 and 3 above. Microwave cooking times may vary.

Note

• For best results, use fresh marshmallows.
• 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow creme can be substituted for marshmallows.
• Diet, reduced calorie or tub margarine is not recommended.
• Store no more than two days at room temperature in airtight container.
• To freeze, place in single layer on wax paper in airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks.
• Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

Kellogg’s has reduced the sodium content of Rice Krispies to meet current consumer flavor- and nutrition-preferences. Rice Krispies Treats made with the lower sodium cereal taste great without any added salt, but, if you desire, add 1/4 teaspoon salt to the butter before melting. Continue with recipe as directed.

Images and recipes are courtesy of Kellogg’s Rice Krispies.