Quick and Easy Easter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

These Easter Rice Krispie Treats are filled with gooey marshmallows and festive sprinkles for a fun, delicious twist on classic Rice Krispie treats. This no-bake dessert makes perfectly festive Easter treats for everyone to enjoy!

What Makes This Recipe Great

There are so many Rice Krispie treats recipes out there, but I’m always looking for ways to make festive and colorful sweet treats healthier for my kids for the holidays. One of the things I try not to use in our cooking and baking is artificial dyes. So I ended up making these Easter Rice Krispies Treats with naturally dyed sprinkles and candy! Of course, if artificial dyes are not a concern to you – feel free to use whatever sprinkles and Easter-themed candy you have on hand!

If you love Rice Krispie’s classic treat, you’ll love this easy Easter dessert, which is packed with more crunch, flavor, and pastel colors from the sprinkles, chocolate candy, and marshmallow chunks. It’s also a great way to use up leftover candy after Easter and such fun, festive treats for both kids and adults! 

Even better, they take just 15 minutes to make and need only an hour to set. So make these ahead of time for a fun Easter egg hunt gathering, a party at school, or a special Easter basket treat!

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Ingredient Notes

• butter: Use unsalted butter or salted butter, whatever you have on hand. 
• mini marshmallows: Marshmallows can also contain artificial dyes, so make sure to check the label if this is a concern.
• vanilla extract
• rice krispies cereal: Any crispy rice cereal will work. It doesn’t have to be a name brand. 
• candy-coated chocolate: Any small Easter candies will work: Easter M&Ms, Cadbury mini eggs, or Unreal chocolate gems – plus more for topping. Even Easter jelly beans or any other small chocolate eggs will work! I used these seasonal Trader Joe’s chocolate coated candy, which are naturally dyed.
• pastel rainbow sprinkles: I used these – plus more for topping.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Line an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or coat with non-stick spray. You can also use a 9×13 pan for thinner Rice Krispies treats.
2. In a large Dutch oven or large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat.
3. Set aside 1 cup of the mini marshmallows. Add the remaining marshmallows to the saucepan and stir until completely melted.
4. Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla extract to the melted marshmallows and butter mixture.
5. Add 1 cup of marshmallows, Rice Krispies cereal, candy-coated chocolate, and sprinkles to the melted butter/marshmallow mixture, then gently stir to combine. It’s okay if some of the chocolate candy melts, it’ll add to the flavor.
6. Transfer the rice krispies mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a silicone spatula to gently press down until evenly distributed. DO NOT press down too hard or they’ll be overpacked and hard once cooled.
7. Add a few extra candy coated chocolate and sprinkles on top, press down gently, then let the rice krispies treats set for 1 hour.
8. Remove from pan, cut into squares, and enjoy!

Microwave Directions

If you need an alternative method to make these Easter Rice Krispie Treats, the microwave works just as well. Make sure you have a microwave-safe, large mixing bowl. 

Keep in mind that microwave cooking times will vary depending on the microwave, which is why we melt the butter and marshmallows in 15-20-second increments. Be careful not to burn!

1. Line an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or coat with cooking spray. You can also use a 9×13 pan for thinner Rice Krispies treats.
2. In your microwave-safe bowl heat butter in the microwave in 15-20-second increments until fully melted. 
3. Once the butter is melted, add the marshmallows to the bowl and microwave again in 15-20 second increments until the marshmallows are completely melted. Stir to combine the melted butter and marshmallows. 
4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Add 1 cup of marshmallows, Rice Krispies cereal, candy-coated chocolate, and sprinkles to the bowl, then gently stir to combine. It’s okay if some of the chocolate candy melts, as it’ll add to the flavor.
6. Transfer to the prepared baking pan in a single layer. Use a silicon spatula to gently press down until evenly distributed. DO NOT press down too hard, or they’ll be overpacked and hard once they are cooled.
7. Add a few extra candy coated chocolate and sprinkles on top, press down gently, then let the rice krispies treats set for 1 hour.
8. Remove from pan, cut into squares, and enjoy!

Expert Tips

• I like thicker Rice Krispie treats, so I used an 8×8 baking dish, but you can use a 9×13 for a thinner result. I recommend making them thinner if you want to use cookie cutters to cut out festive shapes—bunny, egg, or carrot shapes for the Easter theme!
• Remember not to pack the rice krispies treats too tight in the baking pan – this will result in a hard and overpacked texture.

Storage Tips

• Store for up to 5 days in an airtight container at room temperature. I do not recommend storing them in the refrigerator as they will harden. 
• Because these will last for up to 5 days, you can make them 2-3 days ahead of time if needed and use them for multiple Easter fun festivities. 

More Easy Easter Recipes

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How to Dye Easter Eggs Naturally

Beet Deviled Eggs

Creamy Grape Salad 

Ham & Pea Pasta Salad

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