Description
These Rice Krispie Easter Chicks are an easy, no-bake treat that’s perfect for Easter celebrations! With their crispy texture and adorable look, they are fun to make with kids and ideal for parties, gifts, or festive dessert tables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 oz marshmallows (about 40 regular-sized)
- 3 tbsp butter
- Yellow food coloring
- Mini chocolate chips (for eyes)
- Orange M&Ms or jelly beans (for beaks)
- Orange candy melts or icing (for feet, optional)
Instructions
- Melt the Butter & Marshmallows: In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter. Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted.
- Add Food Coloring: Stir in yellow food coloring until evenly mixed.
- Mix in Rice Krispies: Remove from heat and add Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until fully coated.
- Shape into Chicks: Grease your hands and roll the mixture into small balls to form the chick’s body.
- Decorate: Press in mini chocolate chips for eyes and an orange M&M for the beak while the mixture is still slightly warm.
- Add Feet (Optional): Use melted orange candy or icing to pipe small feet.
- Let Set: Allow to cool for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Grease your hands with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant yellow.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (No-bake)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American