4th of July Rice Krispie Treats

4th of July Rice Krispie Treats are both tasty and easy to make. They are perfect for any summer gathering.

Red, white, and blue no-bake treats are delightful dessert everyone loves. They are incredibly gooey & delicious and layered with patriotic colors.

Since they don’t require baking, they are a quick and easy treat, perfect for celebrating Independence Day without spending too much time in the kitchen.

Combining the chewy marshmallow and crispy Rice Krispies cereal creates a satisfying texture, and the festive colors make them even more fun and appealing for a patriotic gathering. Whether hosting a backyard barbecue, attending a fireworks display, or having a picnic, these treats are a crowd-pleaser that will bring sweetness to your celebration.

So whip up a batch of these delightful no-bake 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats. They will surely be a hit among your family and friends, adding a festive flair to your Independence Day festivities.

Ingredients

To make these 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats, I used my copycat Noodles & Company rice krispie treats recipe that my daughters developed. We love this recipe, and it really can’t be beat.

What we love about the recipe is that it is so simple and you only need three ingredients!

• Butter
• Rice Krispies cereal
• Regular Marshmallows

How to make layered Rice Krispie Treats

To make a layered cereal and marshmallow treat, you will need 3 cups of rice krispies in 3 separate bowls, one bowl with each layer. So you will need exactly 9 cups of cereal.

To make the marshmallow cream for each layer, have 3 medium microwave-safe bowls and put 6 ounces of marshmallows and two tablespoons of butter in each bowl. Heat one bowl at a time in the microwave for one minute until the marshmallows puff up, being careful not to let them overflow.

Blue Layer / Bottom Layer
Start with the blue food dye. Melt the marshmallows and butter in the microwave for 1 minute, stir together while adding the blue food dye/coloring, and stir until well combined. Add 3 cups of rice krispies and stir with a spatula until all the cereal is well coated. Press into an 8×8 or 9×9 baking pan.

White Layer / Middle Layer
Melt the marshmallows and butter in the microwave for 1 minute, stir together, add 3 cups of rice krispies, and stir with a rubber spatula until all the cereal is well coated.

Add on top of the blue layer in the baking pan and press down to smooth it out.

Red Layer / Top Layer
Make the red layer by melting the marshmallows and butter in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir together, add the red food dye/coloring, and stir until well combined.

Add 3 cups of rice krispies and stir with a spatula until all the cereal is well coated. Add on top of the white layer in the baking pan and press down to smooth it out.

Decorate with drizzled white melting chocolate and sprinkles, or leave just as is; either way, this classic treat is just as delicious as the original, just a little more festive.

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