4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
These 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats are soft, chewy brown butter Rice Krispie treats decorated with red and blue candy melt drizzle and festive patriotic sprinkles. They’re easy to make, no-bake, and perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and Fourth of July parties.
Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 bag mini marshmallows 10 ounces
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Red and blue candy melts approximately 2 oz. each
- 1-2 tsp vegetable oil oil for melting the chocolate
- 1/4 cup 4th of July sprinkles
Instructions
- Brown the butter: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. The butter will start to foam and froth; as the foam dies down, you’ll see brown specks forming at the bottom and smell a nutty aroma. That’s when it’s ready.
- Melt the marshmallows: Add the marshmallows to the browned butter, stirring until completely smooth.
- Mix in vanilla and salt.
- Add the cereal: Remove from the heat (or keep on low heat) and pour in the Rice Krispies and stir until evenly coated.
- Press into pan: Transfer the mixture into an 8x8 or 9x9 baking pan lined with parchment paper. Use a lightly greased piece of parchment paper to gently press the mixture down into an even layer.
- Cut: Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Make the drizzle: Melt the candy melts according to the package instructions, but with a bit of vegetable oil added in to make them easier to drizzle. Drizzle red and blue melted chocolate over the tops of your rice krispie treat squares.
- Add sprinkles: While the melted chocolate is still wet, add 4th of July sprinkles. Let everything set and cool.