Valentine Heart Krispie Treats

Looking for a cool Valentine’s Day treat for the kids?  These heart-shaped Rice Krispie© treats are pretty, delicious, and a cinch to make. This recipe makes seven 5-inch hearts.

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 3 tablespoons margarine
• 6 cups mini (or 60 regular-size) marshmallows
• Red food coloring
• 9 cups Rice Krispies© cereal
• Heart-shaped cookie cutter
• Plastic bags, yarn (optional)

Directions:

• Lightly coat a 10 x 15 inch baking sheet with cooking spray and set it aside.
• Melt the margarine in a large pot over low heat.
• Add the marshmallows, stirring them continuously until they melt.
• Remove the pan from the heat and stir in drops of red food coloring until the color reaches the desired color.
• Add the Rice Krispies©, stirring until they are evenly coated with marshmallow.
• Spoon the mixture onto the baking sheet.
• With waxed paper (or lightly buttered hands), smooth out the mixture, spreading it to an even thickness.
• Cut out hearts with the cookie cutter.
• (Optional) Place each heart in a clear plastic bag, tie on a yarn bow, and they're ready for giving to your Valentine!

 

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