Sweet, chocolaty, and deliciously gooey, these M&M Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect treat to share with the kids on any occasion! So easy to make, they never disappoint!
These M&M Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect snack for kids of all ages, and they’re especially great for Easter!
I have to confess that sometimes, not always, but sometimes, I suffer from the lazy mom syndrome and look for any and every shortcut possible to tend to my children’s needs or wants.
One of those shortcuts is on the snacks area. Most of the time I simply resort to buying any kind of packaged snack possible, just so that my mornings run a lot smoother.
I had never made Rice Krispie treats before. I always just bought the packaged ones. I do not eat those much because I find them a tad on the sweet side. But after I discovered how easy it is to make them on your own, I decided to give it a try.
Be sure to try my Flourless Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies and Chocolate Molten Lava Cake.
Ingredients
- Butter
- Mini Marshmallows
- Vanilla
- Rice Krispies
- M&Ms
How to make M&M Rice Krispie Treats
- Melt marshmallows and butter together in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Mix in vanilla.
- Place rice krispies in a large bowl and pour melted marshmallows over it. Stir until it’s all combined. Keep in mind, it will be sticky.
- Add the dark chocolate M&Ms and quickly combine into the sticky mixture. Some of the chocolate pieces will melt a little.
- Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper. Spread the rice krispies mixture into the pan to mold it into a large rectangle. Let it sit to cool for about 45.
- Once cooled, remove the rice krispies from the pan by carefully pulling the parchment paper out.
- Using a knife, cut into squares and serve with a cup of milk.
Frequently Asked Questions
These M&M Rice Krispie Treats will keep well for two days. They will still be good to eat after that but will start to harden. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh.
Yes! Rice Krispie treats freeze really well. Wrap the squares in wax paper and place in a freezer bag. They will keep well for up to 3 months. Thaw them at room temperature before enjoying.
I used pastel colored M&Ms to make these perfect for spring and Easter, but you can use any color depending on the time of year. You can mix them with a variety of other treats and candy, or even drizzle with chocolate for extra fun.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- You can add a little extra butter to lower the sweetness a tiny bit.
- Be sure to line your pan with parchment paper so that they are easy to remove.
- Don’t press down too hard on the rice krispies when you put them into the pan.
You can wrap these M&M Rice Krispie Treats in cute little bags and tie them with a ribbon and serve it as a fun treat for Easter.
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Rice Krispie Treats with M&M Chocolates
Author:Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, 1 stick
- 10 oz pack of mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 6 cups rice krispies
- 1 cup dark M&Ms chocolate
Instructions
- Melt marshmallows and butter together in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Mix in vanilla.
- Place rice krispies in a large bowl and pour melted marshmallows over it. Stir until it’s all combined. Keep in mind, it will be sticky.
- Add the dark chocolate M&Ms and quickly combine into the sticky mixture. Some of the chocolate pieces will melt a little.
- Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper. Spread the rice krispies mixture into the pan to mold it into a large rectangle. Let it sit to cool for about 45.
- Once cooled, remove the rice krispies from the pan by carefully pulling the parchment paper out.
- Using a knife, cut into squares and serve with a cup of milk.
Notes
- You can add a little extra butter to lower the sweetness a tiny bit.
- Be sure to line your pan with parchment paper so that they are easy to remove.
- Don’t press down too hard on the rice Krispies when you put them into the pan.
Nutrition
The nutritional information of this recipe and all recipes on mydominicankitchen.com is only an estimate. The accuracy of any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
This recipe post was first published in April 2015. The post was updated in April 2021 with new tips and recipe details.
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Sandy says
I want to thank you for sharing your M&M Rice Krispie Treats. What I appreciate most is that you were so precise in the directions that you gave for the treats.
I have made these before not with M&Ms , but plain. What a mess on my hands I had. I swore I would never attempt to make them again. Now after reading your instructions I have a change of heart, I think I can make them this time without any problem. Thanks to you and your generosity in sharing your recipe.
👵🏻 SANDY
Vanessa says
Thank you for this message. I’m glad the post is helpful.