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Emily Fabulous » Recipes » Desserts

Red White and Blue Rice Krispies

Published: Jun 2, 2021 · Modified: Aug 15, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 53 Comments

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These Red, White, and Blue Rice Krispies are the easiest dessert you can make to celebrate the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or just for fun! This recipe takes the classic treat and adds a red, white, and blue twist!

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  • Why I Love These Star Rice Krispie Treats
  • How to Make Star-Shaped Rice Krispies
  • Expert Tips for This Recipe
  • What Size Cookie Cutter to Use
  • What Sprinkle to Use for This Recipe
  • Recipe FAQs
  • Red White and Blue Rice Krispies

Why I Love These Star Rice Krispie Treats

If you need a quick and easy dessert for your next patriotic celebration, I have the perfect recipe for you. You can make these Rice Krispie Treat Stars in under 45 minutes and have a delicious treat that everyone will love.

This recipe is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and outdoor parties. If you want more red, white, and blue treats check out my Blueberry Puff Pastry Stars and my Air Fryer Star Donuts!

And, if you love Rice Krispie Treats as much as I do, check out my other recipes including Shamrock Rice Krispie Treats, Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats, Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats, Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats, and Conversation Heart Rice Krispie Treats! I've got you covered for almost any holiday!

star rice krispie treat with red white and blue sprinkles

How to Make Star-Shaped Rice Krispies

Prepare a 9x13 pan with non-stick spray. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until fully melted in the butter. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the rice cereal and 2 tablespoon sprinkles.

Pour into the prepared dish and press into the pan as much as you can. Cover the top with more sprinkles and press on the top again so the sprinkles stick. Place the pan in the fridge for 20 minutes to cool.

red, white, and blue rice krispie treats in a pan

Remove the pan from the fridge and carefully remove the treats from the pan using your hands or a spatula onto a cutting board or counter. Use the cookie cutter to cut out the stars.

Expert Tips for This Recipe

  • Use non-stick or butter to coat the pan so the treats don't stick.
  • You can also spray your hands with non-stick spray or coat them with butter before pressing the treats into the pan so that they are nice and compact. This will also make cutting out the shapes much easier.
  • Of course, the scrapes are edible so don't throw them away! You should definitely take a few bites while cutting out the stars...you know, to make sure they taste good!
  • These treats will last in an air-tight container for 3-4 days.

What Size Cookie Cutter to Use

Really, you can use any cookie cutter you like or have. I used a 4" inch cookie cutter for these patriotic treats.

What Sprinkle to Use for This Recipe

The great thing about these treats is that you can use any sprinkle you want to decorate them. I used classic Jimmie-style sprinkles in red, white, and blue to stay on theme.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make these treats gluten-free?

Yes, you can make gluten-free Rice Krispie treats by using a gluten-free crispy rice cereal and ensuring that your marshmallows are also gluten-free.

How do I prevent the marshmallows from sticking to my hands when pressing the mixture into the pan?

Applying a light layer of cooking spray or butter on your hands will help prevent the sticky mixture from sticking to your hands while pressing it into the pan.

Can I use regular marshmallows instead of mini marshmallows?

Yes, you can use regular-sized marshmallows. However, mini marshmallows melt more evenly and quickly, making them a preferred choice for this recipe.

Can I use other cereals instead of puffed rice cereal?

Yes! While puffed rice cereal is the classic choice, you can use other crispy cereals like cornflakes or square graham cereal to create different flavors and textures.

Can I make Rice Krispie treats without butter?

Butter is a key ingredient in traditional Rice Krispie treats for both flavor and texture. However, if you're looking for a dairy-free option, you can try using vegan butter or coconut oil.

How can I make the treats softer or chewier?

To make the treats softer, use less cereal than the recipe calls for. For chewier treats, use more marshmallows.

If you get a chance to make these Red White and Blue Rice Krispies, tag me on Instagram or Facebook and show me, or leave a review below! You can also follow me on Pinterest and sign up for my e-mail list to receive more fun and delicious recipes in your inbox.

star shaped rice krispie treats

Red White and Blue Rice Krispies

Make these cute and fun and Rice Krispie Treats Stars for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or just for fun!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cool Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 12 stars
Calories: 138kcal
Author: Emily
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Equipment

  • star-shaped cookie cutter
  • large pot/saucepan
  • 9x13 pan
  • non-stick spray

Ingredients

Rice Cereal Treats

  • 5 tablespoon butter
  • 6 cups rice cereal
  • 6 cups mini marshmallows
  • red, white, and blue sprinkles

Instructions

  • Prepare a 9x13 pan with non-stick spray.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until fully melted in the butter. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the rice cereal and 2 tablespoon sprinkles.
  • Pour into the prepared dish and press into the pan as much as you can. Cover the top with some more sprinkles and press on the top one more time so the sprinkles stick. Place the pan in the fridge for 20 minutes to cool.
  • Remove the pan from the fridge and carefully remove the treats from the pan using your hands or a spatula onto a cutting board or counter.
  • Use the cookie cutter to cut out as many stars as you can (the scrapes are edible so keep those for later or a quick treat!). Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use non-stick or butter to coat the pan so the treats don't stick.
  • You can also spray your hands with non-stick spray or coat them with butter before pressing the treats into the pan so that they are nice and compact. This will also make cutting out the shapes much easier.
  • Of course, the scrapes are edible so don't throw them away! You should definitely take a few bites while cutting out the stars...you know, to make sure they taste good
  • These treats can be stored in an air-tight container for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1star | Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 32.8g | Protein: 1.8g | Fat: 0.8g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 190mg | Potassium: 22mg | Sugar: 14.1g | Iron: 6mg

Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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Comments

  1. Nancy says

    July 03, 2022 at 7:49 pm

    5 stars
    So festive and cute. Our guests loved this and came back for seconds!!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      July 04, 2022 at 7:00 pm

      Awesome, thanks, Nancy!

      Reply
  2. Gina Abernathy says

    July 03, 2022 at 4:20 am

    5 stars
    So cute, festive, and always a hit with the family.

    Reply
  3. Sue says

    July 03, 2022 at 4:18 am

    5 stars
    These treats have become a tradition at our house to celebrate July 4. Happy Birthday USA!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      July 04, 2022 at 7:01 pm

      Yay, that's awesome. Happy 4th!

      Reply
  4. Mallory says

    July 02, 2022 at 3:06 pm

    5 stars
    These are so so and festive! Love them!

    Reply
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