If you're looking for a fun and colorful twist on the classic rice crispy treat, you've come to the right place! This Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats recipe perfectly satisfies your sweet tooth and adds some extra pizzazz to your dessert table. These rice crispy treats with fruity pebbles are perfect for any party, celebration, or quick treat!
If you're a fan of both Fruity Pebbles and Rice Krispies Treats, then you're in for a treat with this recipe. We'll walk you through the step-by-step process of creating these delightful sweet treats, from mixing the cereal with marshmallows to shaping and cutting the bars. Discover how to whip up these delightful bars in no time and impress your friends and family with this eye-catching and delicious creation.
If you love a great no bake cookie bar recipe, be sure to try our No Bake Peanut Butter Smores Bars, Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Bars, and our Funfetti Rice Krispies.
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Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats
If you're a fan of Rice Krispie Treats, you need to try this fun and colorful twist on the classic recipe - Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats! If you have a box of Fruity Pebbles that's been sitting in your pantry for a while, making rice crispy treats is a great way to use it up. These Fruity Pebble Treats are so fun to take to just about any gathering. They're not just for kids, either. No one can resist the fun flavors and colors of fruity pebbles cereal.
They're a great dessert for any occasion: Whether you're hosting a birthday party, a baby shower, or just a casual get-together with friends, Fruity Pebble rice crispy treats are a great dessert choice.
Fruity Pebbles Bars Video Tutorial
Key Ingredients
- Butter - I prefer to use salted butter for these. Be sure to use butter and not margarine.
- Mini Marshmallows - mini marshmallows melt much more easily than large marshmallows.
- Fruity Pebbles Cereal - you can also sub half fruity pebbles for half regular rice krispies if you don't want them quite as sweet
- Vanilla Extract - you can also use a ½ teaspoon of coconut extract for a flavor variation
How to Make Fruity Pebble Crispy Treats
- Butter the dish. Coat the inside of a 9 by 13" baking dish with butter. Set aside.
- Melt the ingredients. In a large dutch oven pot, melt the butter on medium heat. Add the mini marshmallows and stir until the marshmallows are almost all melted. Turn the heat off and add the vanilla and coconut extract. Stir.
- Mix in the fruity pebbles. Add the fruity pebble cereal and mix until combined.
- Spread into your pan. Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared 9 by 13" baking dish. Using the back of a spoon, spread the mixture evenly into the baking dish.
- Cool. Get your hands just a little wet or spray with non-stick cooking spray and pat down the rice krispies treats. Cool until they hold their shape. Cut into 3" squares and enjoy!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
While there are only four ingredients in these no-bake cookies, sometimes the ratios of marshmallow to cereal can be a little tricky. Here are a few tips to help your fruity pebbles cereal bars appear perfect every time.
- Use Fresh Marshmallows- It's best to use fresh marshmallows for the best taste and texture. Older marshmallows can get hard and lose their fluffiness.
- Melt the Marshmallows Slowly- When melting the marshmallows, it's important to do it slowly. Slowly melt the marshmallows, stirring constantly to avoid burning them.
- Add the Cereal Gradually- When adding the Fruity Pebbles cereal to the melted marshmallows, it's best to add it gradually. Add a bit at a time and mix well to ensure that the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture. Adding too much cereal at once can make it difficult to mix and result in clumps of cereal in your treats.
- Use Butter on the Pan- No one likes the taste of pam. It's a little messier, but taking the time to grease your baking sheet with butter will definitely pay off. You want that first bite into the cookie to be joyous, not the synthetic greasy taste of cooking spray, smooth butter, and then sweet, fruity chewy!
- Let them Cool Completely- One of the biggest mistakes people make when making Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats is not letting them cool completely. Waiting for the treats to cool allows them to firm up and hold their shape. If you try to cut the treats while they're still warm, they'll fall apart and be difficult to serve.
- To Cut Down on the Sweetness - You can substitute a couple of cups of fruity pebbles for regular rice crispies. This will cut down on the sweetness of these cookies. The recipe I made in these pictures has all 6 cups of fruity pebbles, but I've made them many times with half rice crispies, and they're fantastic and a little less sweet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can substitute the fruity pebble cereal with regular rice krispies if you prefer a more traditional flavor.
Store the rice krispies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days for the best taste and texture.
Yes, you can make them ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Just be sure to enjoy them within a couple of days for the best quality.
Absolutely, you can use vegan marshmallows as a substitute for regular marshmallows to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
Yes, feel free to get creative and add extra mix-ins like chocolate chips or sprinkles to the mixture before pressing it into the pan for added flavor and fun.
Fruity Pebble Rice Krispies Treats Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Butter (salted)
- 1 14 oz bag Mini Marshmallows (or 4 cups mini marshmallows)
- 6 cups Fruity Pebble Cereal (you can also sub half fruity pebbles for half regular rice crispies if you don't want them quite as sweet)
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract (you can also use a ½ teaspoon of coconut extract for a flavor variation)
- ½ tsp Coconut Extract
Instructions
- Coat the inside of a 9 by 13" baking dish with butter. Set aside.
- In a large dutch oven pot, melt the butter on medium heat. Add the mini marshmallows and stir until the marshmallows are almost all melted. Turn the heat off and add the vanilla and coconut extract. Stir.
- Add the fruity pebble cereal and mix until combined.
- Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared 9 by 13" baking dish. Using the back of a spoon, spread the mixture evenly into the baking dish.
- Get your hands just a little wet or spray with non-stick cooking spray and pat down the rice krispies treats. Cool until they hold their shape. Cut into 3" squares and enjoy!
Nutrition
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This Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats Recipe is really easy and fun to make. It's a great no-bake cookie that even kids can make and the great thing is, they only take about 10 minutes to make. This variation of a rice crispy treat is perfect for any party, celebration or quick treat!
Kayla
Hi, just wondering if it is possible to make these without coconut extract, or if there is a comparable substitute?
Thank you-
Brandi
Everyone loved how colorful and fun these are! I will definitely make them again.
Shadi Hasanzadenemati
Definitely a crowd-pleaser and a creative way to enjoy a childhood favorite with a colorful twist. Can't wait to make these again!