Ingredients
Scale
- 40-50 Peeps Marshmallow Chicks or Bunnies
- 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 6 cups Crispy Rice Cereal
- 1 cup White Chocolate Chips
- 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil or Shortening
- Gel Food Coloring
- Assorted Festive Sprinkles
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal, then lightly grease the parchment.
- In a large non-stick pot or Dutch oven, start by melting 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat. Once the butter is mostly melted, add about 40-50 Peeps marshmallow chicks or bunnies to the pot. Continue to melt them over low heat, stirring constantly with a spatula until there are no discernible lumps and the mixture is smooth and vibrant.
- Once your Peeps are completely melted and glossy, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and a tiny pinch of salt (about 1/4 teaspoon).
- Quickly but gently, add 6 cups of crispy rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Using your buttered spatula or a wooden spoon, fold the cereal into the melted Peeps until every single piece is fully coated. Work relatively fast, as the marshmallow mixture will start to set as it cools.
- Transfer the warm, sticky cereal mixture into your prepared 9×13-inch pan. Lightly butter your hands or a piece of parchment paper to gently press the mixture evenly into the pan. Avoid pressing too firmly.
- Let the treats cool completely at room temperature for at least 60-90 minutes, or until firm. Once cool, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the entire slab of treats out of the pan onto a cutting board.
- To create that stunning decorative drizzle, melt 1 cup of white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals (stirring after each) or using a double boiler over simmering water until smooth and creamy. Once melted, stir in 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening. If you want colored drizzles, divide the melted chocolate into small bowls and stir in a tiny drop of gel food coloring into each until you achieve your desired pastel shade. Transfer the colored drizzles into small piping bags or zip-top bags with a tiny corner snipped off.
- Once your Peeps Rice Krispie Treats have fully cooled and been cut into individual squares or festive shapes, lay them out on parchment paper. Create whimsical designs over the tops of the treats with your prepared chocolate drizzles. Immediately sprinkle your chosen festive sprinkles over the wet chocolate. Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes until firm to the touch before serving.
Notes
Get ready to elevate your treat game with these absolutely adorable and ridiculously delicious Peeps Rice Krispie Treats! Imagine classic, gooey Rice Krispie treats, but infused with the vibrant color and unique marshmallowy essence of everyone’s favorite seasonal chick or bunny. Each bite offers that satisfying snap, crackle, and pop, enveloped in a sweet, soft, and slightly chewy marshmallow embrace, making them an irresistible confection that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. They’re a playful, colorful twist on a beloved classic, perfect for bringing a smile to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American