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Easy 5-Ingredient Rice Krispie Flag No-Bake Treat Recipe for Perfect Patriotic Dessert

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A quick and festive no-bake Rice Krispie treat decorated to look like an American flag, perfect for patriotic holidays and last-minute celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 10 ounces marshmallows (about 40 large or 4 cups mini)
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (about 180 grams)
  • 1 cup red candies (e.g., red M&Ms or red jelly beans)
  • 1/2 cup blue sprinkles or candies (e.g., blue sanding sugar, blue M&Ms, edible stars)

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, microwave the butter for about 30 seconds until melted. Add marshmallows and microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt on the stovetop over low heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Quickly fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal, stirring gently but thoroughly to coat every bit in the marshmallow mixture.
  4. Press two-thirds of the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the white stripes of the flag.
  5. Mix the remaining one-third of the cereal mixture with red candies and press carefully in three even stripes across the top of the white base.
  6. In one corner of the pan, sprinkle a generous handful of blue sprinkles or candies to mimic the stars area, pressing lightly to stick.
  7. Let the pan sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes until firm, or refrigerate for 15 minutes if desired.
  8. Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water and dried to slice the treats into flag-sized squares or rectangles. Serve.

Notes

Melt marshmallows slowly to avoid burning. Lightly grease spatula or hands to prevent sticking. Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; refrigeration can harden them. Warm knife before cutting for clean slices. Variations include using almond butter, vegan butter, or fresh fruit for candy substitutes.

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