WATERMELON RICE KRISPIES TREATS

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Not only do these watermelon Rice Krispies Treats look like your favorite summery fruit, they taste like 'em, too! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon watermelon extract, optional
6 cups Rice Krispies
1/4 teaspoon pink paste food coloring
1/8 teaspoon red paste food coloring
1/4 teaspoon green paste food coloring
1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a microwave or in a large saucepan over low heat, melt marshmallows, oil and extract if using; stir until smooth. Remove from heat; remove half of the mixture to another saucepan over low heat. Stir in the green coloring; add 3 cups cereal and stir to combine. Stir the pink coloring and red coloring to remaining marshmallow mixture; add remaining 3 cups cereal and stir to combine. Press half of the green mixture around inside edge of 2 lightly-greased 9-in. round cake pans using wax paper or a lightly-greased spatula. Pack the center with half the pink mixture; press half the chocolate chips into the surface of the pink portion. In a second cake pan, repeat with remaining mixtures. Cool to room temperature. Cut each portion into 12 wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Hamzat Musa
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Overall, I really enjoyed these watermelon Rice Krispies treats. They were easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a summer party.


Sk Tawhid
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These treats were a little too sticky for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Kalyn Chambers
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I love how these treats look! They're so colorful and summery.


mary riley
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These were a fun and festive treat to make for my daughter's birthday party.


John Lorenzo
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I'm not a big fan of watermelon, but I actually really enjoyed these treats. The Rice Krispies help to balance out the sweetness of the watermelon.


Melissa ward
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These treats were a little too messy to eat, but they were still delicious.


juliet Kwotiga
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I love the combination of watermelon and Rice Krispies. These treats are the perfect summer snack.


Shanise Guthrie
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These treats were so easy to make and they were a big hit with my family and friends.


Rasul Sarder
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I followed the recipe exactly and my treats turned out perfect! They were the perfect summer treat.


Becca Nation
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These treats were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Kaman Kaman
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I used fresh watermelon juice in my treats and they turned out so delicious! The watermelon flavor was nice and subtle.


Alhassan Kallon
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These were a fun and easy treat to make with my kids. They loved helping me mix the ingredients and press the treats into the pan.


Keith Kinuthia
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I love how festive these treats look! They're perfect for a summer party or picnic.


Rttrtt Uttutt
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These watermelon Rice Krispies treats were a hit at my summer party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.