Easter Rice Krispie Treats (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Rice Krispie Nests
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16 ounces marshmallows (jumbo or mini both work)
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7 cups Rice Krispies cereal
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ For the Buttercream Frosting
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½ cup unsalted butter
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3-4 cups powdered sugar
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¼ cup milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Green food coloring
→ For Decorating
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Easter egg candies (mini chocolate eggs or jelly beans)
# Instructions:
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Thoroughly grease cupcake pans with butter or cooking spray and set aside.
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Place marshmallows and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for approximately 2 minutes, keeping a close eye to ensure the marshmallows don't puff up too much and overflow. Stir until completely melted and well combined.
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Pour the Rice Krispies cereal into the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir until well combined and all cereal is coated with marshmallow.
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While the mixture is still warm, spoon it into the greased cupcake pans. Press down in the center with a piece of wax paper to create a nest shape. Let set for at least 30 minutes.
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In a large bowl, combine the butter, milk, vanilla extract, and 2 cups of powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining powdered sugar and green food coloring. Beat until you reach your desired consistency and color.
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Once the Rice Krispie nests have set, carefully remove them from the cupcake pans. Pipe the green buttercream frosting into each nest to resemble grass. Top with Easter egg candies.
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Allow the frosting to set slightly before serving. Enjoy these festive Easter treats!
# Notes:
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These treats can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container
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For easy removal from cupcake pans, run a butter knife around the edges
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Mini cupcake pans can be used for bite-sized nests
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Use different colors of food coloring to create various spring-themed nests