Description
Cotton Candy Rice Krispies Twists are whimsical no-bake treats made with cotton candy extract, pastel colors, and marshmallows. Perfect for parties, these cereal bars are fun, sweet, and easy to make. Ideal for dessert lovers looking for unique Rice Krispies ideas.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter
10 ounces mini marshmallows
1 teaspoon cotton candy extract
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Gel food coloring (pink, blue, or purple)
Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter completely.
2. Add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until melted and smooth.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the cotton candy extract.
4. Divide the mixture into separate bowls and color each with gel food coloring.
5. Stir Rice Krispies cereal into each bowl until fully coated.
6. Take small handfuls from each color batch and twist them gently together into rope-like shapes.
7. Lay them on a parchment-lined tray to set.
8. Let cool for 30 minutes at room temperature.
9. Add sprinkles if desired and serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
Use mini marshmallows for easier melting and smoother texture.
Twist colors quickly before the mixture cools to keep them pliable.
Add a sheet of parchment paper between layers during storage to keep them fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg