Chewy Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats Recipe Easy Homemade Snack Idea
A quick and fun homemade snack combining Lucky Charms cereal with melted marshmallows and butter for a chewy, colorful treat perfect for kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 10 ounces (280 grams) mini marshmallows
- 6 cups (180 grams) Lucky Charms cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place 4 tablespoons (56 grams) of unsalted butter in a large saucepan over low heat and melt slowly, stirring occasionally for 2-3 minutes.
- Add 10 ounces (280 grams) of mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir gently but continuously on low heat for 5-7 minutes until smooth and glossy.
- Remove the pan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Immediately add 6 cups (180 grams) of Lucky Charms cereal and fold gently with a spatula to coat evenly without crushing the marshmallow shapes.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press down evenly and firmly using a buttered spatula or parchment paper, avoiding pressing too hard.
- Let the treats sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to firm up, or chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to speed up setting.
- Once set, slice into squares or rectangles using a sharp knife greased with butter for smooth cuts. Serve immediately or store for later.
Notes
Use low heat to melt marshmallows to avoid burning. Work quickly when mixing cereal into marshmallow mixture to preserve marshmallow shapes. Press mixture gently to keep treats chewy. Store in airtight container to maintain softness. Reheat briefly in microwave if treats harden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat (1/12th of r
- Calories: 190
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Protein: 1
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