Easy Chewy Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats Recipe for Perfect Snacks
These Easy Chewy Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats are quick, simple, and perfect for any occasion. They combine gooey marshmallows with crunchy Lucky Charms cereal for a nostalgic, chewy snack everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows (about 5 cups)
- 6 cups Lucky Charms cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Non-stick cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray or butter and set aside.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter until fully melted but not browned.
- Add 10 ounces of mini marshmallows to the melted butter. Stir constantly with a heatproof spatula until marshmallows are completely melted and smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (optional).
- Pour the marshmallow mixture over 6 cups of Lucky Charms cereal in a large mixing bowl. Gently fold the mixture with a spatula until the cereal is evenly coated, about 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased 9×13-inch pan. Using a buttered spatula or wax paper, press the mixture evenly into the pan without squashing too hard.
- Let the treats cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes until firm. Optionally, refrigerate for 15 minutes to speed cooling.
- Once cooled and set, cut into squares with a sharp knife, cleaning the knife between cuts for neat edges.
Notes
Keep heat low when melting butter and marshmallows to avoid scorching. Fold gently to keep treats chewy, not dense. Let treats cool completely before cutting for clean edges. Use butter or non-stick spray on hands and spatula to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square treat
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 110
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 27
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 1
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