Heart Shaped Rice Crispy Treats Recipe

These Heart-Shaped Rice Crispy Treats are not only adorable but also incredibly easy to make! With a soft, chewy texture, a fun pop of pink color, and whole mini marshmallows peeking through, these treats are a delightful twist on the classic childhood favorite.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows (reserve 1 cup for mixing in whole)
• 5 cups crispy rice cereal
• Pink gel food coloring
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
• Heart-shaped cookie cutter
• Non-stick spray or butter (for greasing)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Tools:

• Grease a 9×13-inch pan and the heart-shaped cookie cutter with butter or non-stick spray. This will make shaping and cutting easier.

2. Melt the Marshmallows:

• In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat.
• Add the mini marshmallows (except for the reserved 1 cup) and stir constantly until fully melted and smooth.

3. Add Color and Flavor:

• Stir in the vanilla extract (optional) and a few drops of pink gel food coloring until you reach your desired shade of pink.

4. Mix in the Cereal:

• Remove the pot from the heat and immediately stir in the crispy rice cereal until evenly coated.
• Gently fold in the reserved whole mini marshmallows for pops of marshmallowy texture.

5. Press and Shape:

• Transfer the mixture to the greased 9×13-inch pan. Use a buttered spatula or wax paper to press it evenly into the pan. Let it cool for about 10 minutes.
• Once slightly set but still pliable, use the greased heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes.

6. Optional Decoration:

• For extra flair, drizzle melted white chocolate or add festive sprinkles on top of the hearts.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

• Arrange the hearts on a plate, and serve as a fun, festive treat!

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Tips:

• For a fluffier texture, reduce the cereal to 4 ½ cups.
• You can wrap the hearts individually in cellophane for gifting!

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