Description
Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic favorite with these Lemon Rice Krispy Treats. Bursting with zesty lemon flavor, these no-bake treats blend nostalgic crunchy cereal and sweet vegan marshmallows, making them an ideal snack for parties, picnics, or simply enjoying at home. They’re easy to prepare, taking less than 15 minutes from start to finish, and are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Garnished with a drizzle of melted white chocolate and a sprinkle of lemon zest, these treats are not only delicious but visually appealing as well. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a refreshing citrusy taste that will brighten your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups mini vegan marshmallows (half lemon-flavored)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the vegan marshmallows until fully smooth.
- Mix in the lemon zest and optional lemon extract.
- Remove from heat and combine the melted mixture with the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan using a buttered spatula.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in short intervals in the microwave and drizzle over the treats.
- Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg