Star-Spangled Banner Treats™
- Enjoy a fun Independence Day snack with flag-shaped treats using Rice Krispies® cereal.
- Make 8 servings by pressing the mixture into a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan and cutting into rectangles.
- Add a personal touch with red, white, and blue candies or frosting for decoration.
- Quick prep: be ready to enjoy in just 40 minutes.
- Keep treats fresh by storing in an airtight container for up to 6 weeks if frozen.
Celebrate Independence Day by making these flag shapes with your kids. Decorate with red, white and blue. Then take a bite - they're tasty, too.
PREP TIME (MIN)
20
TOTAL TIME (MIN)
40
SERVINGS
8
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoonbutter or margarine
- 1 package (10 oz) about 40JET-PUFFED marshmallows
- OR
- 5-1/2 cups JET-PUFFED miniature marshmallows
- 6 cupsKellogg's® Rice Krispies® cereal
- Canned frosting or decorating gel
- Assorted candies
Directions
1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat. 2. Add KELLOGG'S® RICE KRISPIES® cereal. Stir until well coated. 3. Using buttered spatula or wax paper evenly press mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool. Cut into 8 rectangles. Decorate with frosting and/or candies. Best if served the same day. MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Follow steps 2 and 3 above. Microwave cooking times may vary. Note For best results, use fresh marshmallows. 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow crème can be substituted for marshmallows. Diet, reduced calorie or tub margarine is not recommended. Store no more than two days at room temperature in airtight container. To freeze, place in layers separated by wax paper in airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
