Description
Delightfully sweet and colorful Lucky Charms Treats made by blending buttery marshmallow mixture with the iconic cereal, perfect for an easy, nostalgic snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 Tablespoons (85 g) salted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 cups (296 g) Lucky Charms cereal
Optional Topping
- 2 oz (57 g) white chocolate bar finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) pan with butter and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Melt Butter: Place butter in a large pot and melt over low heat, ensuring it does not burn.
- Add Marshmallows and Vanilla: Once butter is melted, add the mini marshmallows and vanilla extract; stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and mixture is smooth.
- Incorporate Cereal: Remove the pot from heat, add the Lucky Charms cereal, and gently stir to coat all the cereal evenly with the marshmallow mixture.
- Spread Mixture: Immediately spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan, pressing gently to avoid packing the cereal too densely, which can make the treats tough.
- Cool: Allow the mixture to cool completely so it sets properly.
- Add White Chocolate Drizzle (Optional): If using, melt the white chocolate in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, then drizzle over the cooled treats for an extra sweet finish.
Notes
- Press the mixture gently into the pan to keep the treats light and chewy instead of dense.
- Use fresh mini marshmallows for the best melt and texture.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the Lucky Charms cereal used is certified gluten-free.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness and gooey texture.
- The white chocolate drizzle is optional but adds a nice visual and flavor contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
