M&M Rice Krispies Treats

For gooey and chewy Rice Krispies treats with M&M candies, this easy recipe is the best. This recipe has colorful chocolate candies and extra marshmallow for a sweet snack or dessert everyone loves.

5 from 4 votes

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 303 kcal

Equipment

9x9 baking dish

Ingredients

3 tablespoon salted butter
6 cups mini marshmallows 10 ounce bag
4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
1 cup M&M candies about 2 individual bags

Instructions

Prepare ahead of time the M&Ms and baking dish. Add the candies to the freezer for 30 minutes.
Spray an 8x8 or 9x9 square baking dish with nonstick spray. You can also use parchment paper, see my Top Tip above.
Melt the butter on medium heat in a large nonstick pot. Add the marshmallows. Using a rubber or silicone spatula, stir. Let them melt over medium heat. It should take about 3-5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
3 tablespoon salted butter, 6 cups mini marshmallows
Once fully melted, remove from the stove. Slowly pour in the crispy rice cereal. Stir to combine.
4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Pour in half the M&M candies and fold them into the mixture. Add a bit more (reserving about a dozen or so for the end) and fold in those M&Ms as well.
1 cup M&M candies
Transfer the mixture to the 9x9 pan. Using the spatula or sprayed hand, press the mixture evenly into the dish. Top with the remaining candies and press them into the Rice Krispies Treats.
Let cool for about 60 minutes, then cut into 9 squares and enjoy!

Notes

STORING:

Cover and store leftovers in a cool dry place for up to 5 days. I do not recommend freezing these or storing in the refrigerator.

SUBSTITUTIONS or VARIATIONS:

Try mini M&Ms or seasonal/holiday colors like pastel for Easter or red & green for Christmas.
Do not recommend adding peanut or large-sized M&Ms.
Use Aldi or Nature's Path rice cereal for Gluten-Free.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 138mgPotassium: 18mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 996IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Keyword easy, no bake, quick

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