Easter Rice Krispies Treats with M&Ms are a fun and colorful treat that everyone will enjoy. Sprinkles, candies, and extra marshmallows make these the easiest and best sweets you will ever make.
The post for Easter Rice Krispie Treats was first published in March 2018. It was updated and republished in March 2021.
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Rice Krispie Treats with M&Ms
Today, we are talking about the easiest and best treat around: Rice Krispie Treats. They are seriously so easy to make for just about any reason.
I have no self-control around these easy no-bake treats, so I usually try to take them to different parties or get-togethers. Last week I made some Bunny Butt Rice Krispies that are so cute for Easter, so I have had no bake treats on my mind.
Since I had bags of Easter M&Ms and lots of sprinkles in our pantry, it seemed like another pan of these M&M rice krispies treats was the answer.
Why I Love This Recipe
These fun Rice Krispie squares are loaded with M&Ms and sprinkles. The bright colors pop out on these sweet treats. Feel free to use any variety of M&Ms to match your theme or mood.
Allow the warm marshmallow and cereal mixture to cool before adding the candies, or you'll end up with unicorn treats, as the colors will melt and spread.
Ingredients Needed
My version of Rice Krispies treats uses less cereal and more butter than the original recipe on the cereal box. This ratio makes the treats softer, chewier, and so much better.
- Mini Marshmallows - You will need a 10-ounce bag for the marshmallow mixture.
- Butter - Salted or unsalted is fine.
- Rice Krispies Cereal - One box of cereal will give you enough for the recipe. You can also use chocolate Krispies.
- Sprinkles & M&M's - Any color will work. Use different colors to match your party or holiday.
BruCrew Tip: Buy an extra bag of candy and make these vanilla pudding cookies, too.
How to Make Easter Rice Krispie Treats
These Easter treats with M&Ms are so easy to make. They are a great no-bake treat to make for parties and bake sales. The colorful candies and sprinkles will catch everyone's attention right away!
- Grease a 9x13 pan with a thin coat of softened butter or place a sheet of parchment in the bottom of the pan.
- Melt the butter and marshmallows in a large saucepan over low heat until they are melted and creamy.
- Stir in the rice cereal until everything is completely coated.
- Let the mixture cool for 3-4 minutes, then stir in more marshmallows, pastel M&M candies, and sprinkles. Work quickly so these mix-ins do not melt.
- Spoon your cereal mixture into the prepared pan. Spread butter or nonstick spray on your hands and gently press the mixture down. You can also use a sheet of wax paper.
- Let the cereal treats cool at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares and devouring.
BruCrew Tip: Press the mixture into a smaller 8x8 pan for extra thick rice krispie treats!
Storage Recommendations
If kept in a tightly sealed container, they will last 2-3 days. However, we have never had them last that long in our house.
Tips and Tricks
- Make sure your marshmallows are FRESH. Do not use an already-opened bag, as it does not melt as well.
- In this Rice Krispies treat recipe, use less cereal than the box calls for because then your treats will be softer and chewier.
- Do NOT press the warm mixture firmly into your pan. Pressing the cereal down too hard can create a harder, crunchier bar. I prefer softer, chewier treats.
- EXTRA marshmallows added to the Easter treats add pockets of soft, gooey marshmallows in each bite.
FAQs
You betcha. Change it up each time you make rice krispie treats. Try Reese's Pieces, Peanut Butter Cups, Twix bars, Snickers, or chopped Oreos.
Make sure you press the mixture GENTLY into the pan. If you press it too hard, it will create dense, hard cereal bars. Store the treats in an airtight container.
Soften hard rice krispie treats by placing them in the microwave for a few seconds before eating.
Other Fun Variations
- Mickey Mouse Treats (Disney Copycat Recipe)
- Fourth of July Rice Krispie Treats
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies
- M&M Rice Krispie Treats
- Lucky Charms Treats
More Easy Easter Desserts
- Nest Cookies
- Easter Fudge
- Easter Egg Cookie Dough Truffles
- Marshmallow Bunnies
- Reese's Eggs
- Oreo Chicks
- Easter Blondies
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Recipe
Easter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Add sprinkles and M&M's to these Easter Rice Krispies Treats for a fun and colorful treat that everyone will enjoy. Invite the kids to help you make a pan of these rice krispies treats today.
Ingredients
- 1 -10 ounce bag of mini marshmallows, divided
- 4 tablespoons butter (salted or unsalted)
- 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ¼ cup pastel sprinkles
- 1 cup pastel M&M's + extra
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13 pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
- Place 4 cups of mini marshmallows and butter in a large pan over low heat. Stir until melted and creamy.
- Add the cereal and stir until completely coated. Let cool for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in 1 cup mini marshmallows, sprinkles, and M&M's quickly .
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan. Coat your hands with butter or nonstick baking spray and press the mixture down gently. Do not over press the mixture or your treats will be harder and crunchier.
- Press a few extra M&Ms into the top of the treats before they cool.
- Let the rice krispie treats cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares. Store in a tightly sealed container.
Notes
- Make sure your marshmallows are FRESH. Do not use an already-opened bag, as it does not melt as well.
- In this Rice Krispies treat recipe, use less cereal than the box calls for because then your treats will be softer and chewier.
- Do NOT press the warm mixture firmly into your pan. Pressing the cereal down too hard can create a harder, crunchier bar. I prefer softer, chewier treats.
- EXTRA marshmallows added to the Easter treats add pockets of soft, gooey marshmallows in each bite.
- Press the mixture into a smaller 8x8 pan for extra thick rice krispie treats!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 101Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 74mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 0gSugar: 9gProtein: 1g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
Jackie
Can you melt the butter and marshmallows in a microwave instead of a pan on the stove?
Jocelyn
Yes, that would work too. Keep an eye on it and stir often so they don't burn or explode.
Shelly Sack
How much butter? # cups of rice krispies?
Jocelyn
Hi Shelly, All the measurements are in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. I hope you enjoy them.
Rehoboth
Excellent post.
Thanks
cakespy
These are just so HAPPY.
Jocelyn
There is something about lots of sprinkles and candies that just makes me smile 🙂 They are definitely happy treats!!!
Chels Rief
I love these!!! I've been meaning to make some Rice Krispie treats with the kids.
Jocelyn
Aren't they so fun? All the sprinkles and candy make them perfect for kids...and adults!