Strawberries & Cream Crispy Treats Dessert Recipe
These Strawberries and Cream Crispy Treats are a delightful, chewy, and fruity twist on classic crispy treats. Featuring freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips, these sweet and slightly tart bars are perfect for any dessert craving or as a fun party treat.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 6 tablespoons ¾ stick unsalted butter
- 12 ounces large marshmallows about 6½ cups
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups freeze-dried strawberries lightly crushed into pieces (get them from Trader Joe's for convenience)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9 × 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring it covers all sides. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Set Up Cereal: Add the Rice Krispies cereal to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- Melt the Marshmallow Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter, stirring continuously with a silicone spatula. Once melted, add the marshmallows, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir constantly until the marshmallows are completely smooth and melted. Remove from heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the Rice Krispies in the bowl. Use the spatula to gently mix until the cereal is fully coated. Fold in the freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips, reserving a few tablespoons of each for topping.
- Shape the Treats: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula (slightly wet to prevent sticking) to press the mixture evenly into the pan. Sprinkle the reserved strawberries and white chocolate chips on top, pressing them slightly into the surface.
- Chill and Cut: Place the pan in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to allow the treats to set. Once set, remove from the pan and cut into 12 even bars.
Notes
- For an even fruitier flavor, increase the freeze-dried strawberries to 2 cups.
- Feel free to substitute white chocolate chips with milk or dark chocolate chips for a different twist.
- Store these crispy treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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