Fruity Pebbles Rice Krispie Treats are marshmallow cereal treats that are a no-bake, easy to make dessert. Rice Krispies mixed with fruity pebbles cereal to add a fun flavor to the classic dessert.
Melted butter and gooey marshmallows mixed with two types of cereal for an ooey-gooey fruity pebble Rice Krispie treat recipe.
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Fruity Pebbles Crispy Treats Ingredients
- butter
- vanilla extract
- marshmallows
- Rice Krispies cereal
- fruity pebbles cereal
How to Make Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats
Detailed instructions and measurements to make them are listed in the recipe card at the bottom of this page.
- Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper.
- Add the butter to a large saucepan and melt. Once it has melted, turn the burner down to low.
- Add the vanilla and marshmallows. Melt over low heat, stirring frequently until the marshmallows are smooth. Remove from the heat.
- Add the rice Krispies cereal and fruity pebbles cereal to the butter and marshmallow mixture. Stir to coat.
- Pour the cereal mixture into the 9x13 pan. Spread it smooth but do not press down. Pressing down will cause the bars to be dense.
- Let them firm up at room temperature for 2-3 hours, or in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Lift them from the pan with the parchment paper and slice them into bars. Enjoy your fruity pebble Krispie treats!
Kitchen Equipment and Tools Needed
Fruity Pebbles Rice Crispy Treats Tips
- Spray your hands with cooking spray when smoothing it out. It will help prevent it from sticking to your hands.
- Use fresh marshmallows. If you use stale marshmallows, it will change the texture and they will be denser.
- When melting the marshmallows, be sure to stir frequently over low heat. You want to avoid it getting too hot. The sugar in the marshmallows will get hard and ruin the treats. The marshmallows should become smooth.
- Do not use butter substitutes. It will change the taste and texture of the treats.
Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats FAQs
You can. You can use whichever flavor you prefer.
You will just need to verify you use gluten free cereal.
Yes, you can swap the butter with coconut oil.
Overcooking the marshmallows or using too much can cause your rice crispy treats to fall apart. Be sure to use the exact measurement and allow your treats to cool completely before cutting them.
You can keep your Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats crispy by storing them at room temperature in an airtight container. To keep them crispy even longer, you can wrap them individually and store them in the freezer until you're ready to eat them.
Substitutions for this Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats Recipe
- Marshmallows - you can substitute 7 ounces of marshmallow creme in place of the marshmallows
- Fruity Pebbles - you can also make these with cocoa pebbles instead of fruity pebbles.
How to Store Fruity Pebble Krispie Treats
All rice crispy treat recipes, regardless of the type of cereal added need to be stored in an airtight container. I recommend storing them no longer than 2 days. They will become dense and lose their softness after the 2nd day.
How Long do Fruity Pebbles Treats Last?
Fruity pebbles treats only last about 2 days when stored in an airtight container. After 2 days they will begin to harden and become dense.
How to Freeze Fruity Pebbles Rice Crispy Treats
You can also freeze these treats. Place them between wax paper or freezer paper in an airtight container. Thaw for 15 minutes at room temperature before serving.
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Fruity Pebble Rice Crispy Treats
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10.5 ounces mini marshmallows
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 3 cups fruity pebbles cereal
Instructions
- Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper.
- Add the butter to a large saucepan and melt. Once it has melted, turn the burner down to low.
- Add the vanilla and marshmallows. Melt over low heat, stirring frequently until the marshmallows are smooth. Remove from the heat.
- Add the rice Krispies cereal and fruity pebbles cereal to the butter and marshmallow mixture. Stir to coat.
- Pour the cereal mixture into the 9x13 pan. Spread it smooth but do not press down. Pressing down will cause the bars to be dense.
- Let them firm up at room temperature for 2-3 hours, or in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Lift them from the pan with the parchment paper and slice them into bars. Enjoy your fruity pebble Krispie treats!
Notes
- Spray your hands with cooking spray when smoothing it out. It will help prevent it from sticking to your hands.
- Use fresh marshmallows. If you use stale marshmallows, it will change the texture and they will be denser.
- When melting the marshmallows, be sure to stir frequently over low heat. You want to avoid it getting too hot. The sugar in the marshmallows will get hard and ruin the treats. The marshmallows should become smooth.
- Do not use butter substitutes. It will change the taste and texture of the treats.
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