Franken Berry Krispies (Print version)

Chewy pink Franken Berry Krispies made with butter, marshmallows, and monster cereal for a fast no-bake Halloween treat.

# Ingredients:

For the cereal bars

01 - 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
02 - 16 oz (455 g) mini marshmallows
03 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 10.4 oz (295 g) Franken Berry cereal

Optional decorations

06 - 1/3 cup (55 g) white chocolate chips, melted
07 - 2 tablespoons candy eyes or Halloween sprinkles

# Instructions:

01 - Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides. Lightly butter or spray the parchment and the sides of the pan.
02 - Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat. Add the mini marshmallows and salt, stirring until just melted and smooth, 3-4 minutes.
03 - Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract so it blends into the warm marshmallow mixture.
04 - Add the Franken Berry cereal and fold quickly with a greased spatula until every piece is coated. Work gently so the cereal stays crisp.
05 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press into an even layer with buttered hands or a greased spatula, using light pressure only.
06 - Add melted white chocolate, candy eyes, or sprinkles if using. Let the bars set at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
07 - Lift the slab out with the parchment. Cut into 12 squares with a lightly buttered knife and serve the same day for the best texture.

# Good to know:

01 - Best served the day they are made, while the cereal is crisp.
02 - Store airtight at room temperature for up to 2 days.
03 - Do not refrigerate, since cold marshmallow treats become firm.

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