No Bake Spring Treats
These No Bake Spring Treats are quick, colorful, and perfect for Easter, baby showers, and spring parties. Made with crispy rice cereal and marshmallows, these easy no-bake desserts require minimal prep and no oven time. Shape them into nests, bars, or egg bites for a festive spring treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
- For the Base:
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- For Spring Decorations:
- Pastel candy-coated chocolates
- Mini chocolate eggs
- Colored sprinkles
- White chocolate melts for drizzling
- Shredded coconut optional, tinted green for “grass”
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Pan
- Line a 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Measure cereal and set aside.
- Prepare toppings in advance, as the mixture sets quickly.
- Step 2: Melt & Mix
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
- Add mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Quickly fold in crispy rice cereal until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Shape & Decorate
- Option 1 (Bars):
- Press mixture evenly into prepared pan.
- Option 2 (Nests or Egg Shapes):
- Scoop and shape using lightly greased hands.
- While still warm, press mini chocolate eggs or candies into the tops.
- Add sprinkles or drizzle with melted white chocolate.
- Let cool and set for 30 minutes before cutting or serving.
Notes
- Melt marshmallows over low heat to avoid hard treats.
- Do not press mixture too firmly into the pan.
- Decorate while warm so toppings stick properly.
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container.
- Avoid refrigerating, as it can harden the texture.