Heart Rice Krispies Treats Dipped in White Chocolate Recipe
Delightfully fun and festive Heart Rice Crispy Treats dipped in creamy white chocolate. Made by combining buttery marshmallow Rice Krispies cereal and shaped into charming hearts, then half-dipped in melted white chocolate with optional pink coloring for a perfect Valentine’s Day treat loved by kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 20 heart-shaped treats 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons of Butter
- 1 Package of Marshmallows (10 oz., about 40 regular sized or 4 cups mini marshmallows)
- 5–6 Cups Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Cereal
For the White Chocolate Coating
- 1 Package of White Chocolate Wafers
- Pink Food Coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth. Then remove the pan from heat to prevent burning.
- Mix in Rice Krispies: Add 5 to 6 cups of Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir thoroughly until all the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow.
- Press Mixture into Pan: Using a buttered spatula or a piece of wax paper, evenly press the marshmallow-cereal mixture into a 13x9x2 inch pan that has been coated with cooking spray. Allow this layer to cool completely so it sets firm.
- Cut into Heart Shapes: Once cooled, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes from the Rice Krispy treats. Place the shaped treats onto a clean plate.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the white chocolate wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until fully melted and smooth. If desired, stir in pink food coloring at this stage to tint the chocolate.
- Dip Treats in Chocolate: Dip each Rice Crispy heart treat halfway into the melted white chocolate. Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place the dipped treats onto wax paper to set.
- Let Chocolate Set: Let the chocolate coating set completely at room temperature for about 15 minutes until firm. Your festive heart-shaped treats are now ready to serve!
Notes
- Use mini marshmallows for easier melting and mixing if preferred.
- To speed up setting time, place dipped treats in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
- For a different flavor variation, use milk or dark chocolate wafers instead of white chocolate.
- Spray the pan and butter the spatula well to prevent sticking when pressing the mixture.
- These treats are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Rice Krispies Treats, White Chocolate, Heart Shaped, Valentine's Treat, Marshmallow, No Bake Dessert
