Description
Enjoy a whimsical twist on a classic treat with these Cotton Candy Rice Krispies Twists. This colorful dessert combines the familiar crispy cereal with a sweet cotton candy flavoring and vibrant pink and blue hues, making it perfect for parties, kids’ snacks, or any fun occasion. Soft, chewy, and effortlessly delightful, these treats are quick to prepare and sure to brighten your day.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 (10-ounce) bag mini marshmallows
- 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring or extract
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Pink and blue food coloring (optional)
- Pastel sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
- Nonstick spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch pan with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth, then remove from heat.
- Add Flavoring: Stir in the cotton candy flavoring into the melted marshmallow mixture until evenly combined.
- Divide and Color: Quickly divide the marshmallow mixture evenly into two separate bowls. Add a few drops of pink food coloring to one bowl and blue food coloring to the other, stirring quickly to blend the colors evenly.
- Mix with Cereal: Immediately add 3 cups of Rice Krispies cereal to each colored bowl, stirring gently but thoroughly until the cereal is fully coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Form in Pan: Working quickly, drop spoonfuls of the two colored mixtures alternately into the prepared pan to create a swirled, colorful effect. Gently press down with a buttered spatula or wax paper to form an even layer without compacting too tightly.
- Add Toppings: If desired, sprinkle pastel sprinkles or edible glitter over the warm surface to add extra fun and shimmer.
- Cool and Set: Allow the pan to cool at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes to let the treats set properly.
- Cut and Serve: Once cooled, cut into squares or twist shapes for a playful, festive serving option.
Notes
- Cotton candy flavoring can be purchased at specialty baking stores or ordered online.
- Avoid overpacking the mixture in the pan to ensure the treats remain soft and chewy rather than hard and dense.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
