How do I add a splash of green to rice krispie treats?

Turn ordinary Rice Krispie Treats into a vibrant delight by adding green food coloring! Perfect for Halloween or St. Patrick's Day.

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Gather your ingredients

Before you begin, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients at hand. You'll need: - 4 cups of Rice Krispies cereal - 4 cups of mini marshmallows - 3 tablespoons of butter - Green food coloring (a few drops should do the trick)

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Melt the butter and marshmallows

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir until they become gooey and completely melted. Keep stirring to prevent any sticking or burning!

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Add the green food coloring

Now it's time to add that splash of green! Add a few drops of green food coloring to the melted marshmallow mixture and stir until the color is evenly distributed. Feel free to add more food coloring if you want a brighter, more vibrant green.

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Mix in the Rice Krispies cereal

Pour the 4 cups of Rice Krispies cereal into the saucepan with the melted marshmallow mixture. Gently stir until the cereal is fully coated and mixed in. The mixture should be sticky and hold together.

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Press the mixture into a pan

Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x9-inch baking pan. Use a greased spatula or your hands (if they're clean!) to press the mixture evenly into the pan. You can also shape them into fun shapes like shamrocks or pumpkins if you're feeling extra festive!

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Let it cool and set

Allow the Rice Krispie Treats to cool and set for at least 30 minutes. This will help them hold their shape and make them easier to cut and serve. Patience, my friend, patience.