Easter Rice Krispies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Rice Krispie Nest Base
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7 cups of crispy rice cereal
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16 ounces marshmallows (mini or jumbo both work fine)
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2 tablespoons of butter, no salt added
→ Frosting Mix
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4 cups powdered sugar (add just 3 if you want it less sweet)
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1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
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1/4 cup of milk
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Half cup of unsalted butter
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Green food dye
→ Toppings
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Mini Easter egg candies (like jelly beans or chocolate)
# Instructions:
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Rub cooking spray or butter all over the cupcake pans. Put them aside once coated.
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Put marshmallows and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for about 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent overflow. Stir until smooth and blended.
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Dump the crispy rice cereal into the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir everything together until all cereal is well-coated.
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While it’s still warm, scoop the mixture into the greased cupcake pans. Use wax paper to press down in the middle, shaping each into a nest. Let them sit for at least half an hour.
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In a mixing bowl, toss in the butter, milk, vanilla, and 2 cups of powdered sugar. Blend until it turns creamy (takes around 5 mins). Add the rest of the sugar and green dye, then beat again until it’s the consistency and color you like.
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Pop the cooled nests out of the pans. Pipe on the green frosting to look like grass, and place the candy eggs on top.
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Let the frosting firm up a bit before serving. Dig in and enjoy these cheerful treats!
# Notes:
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Store in a sealed container for up to 2 days ahead.
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For easier removal from pans, slide a butter knife along the edges.
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You can use smaller cupcake pans for tiny treats.
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Experiment with different food dyes to create colorful nests.