The occasion of Easter is one of the holiest celebrations in the Christian religion. This event occurs on the first Sunday after the Paschal full moon and is celebrated to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is a very special day for Christian families and gives hope for a better future.
On this special day, several attributes have their significance that complete the festival like festive gifts, dresses and most important of all, treats. One such treat is rice krispies which signifies Easter like nothing else. While this treat may not be traditionally associated with the festival, it is popularly incorporated in Easter-themed treats that can be shaped into easter eggs and also made with bright colours that signify springtime.
Making rice krispies on Easter can also be an engaging activity for families to come together and be involved in the process. The malleable nature of rice krispies creates a perfect canvas to let the creativity unfold. From adults to children, everyone can try making their own masterpieces with it, adding more fun to the celebration. Try these different rice krispies recipes to make this Easter a memorable one.
Try These 7 Rice Krispies Treats For Easter
1) Traditional Rice Krispies Treats
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First and foremost is the traditional recipe of rice krispies made by plain rice puffed krispies without the addition of any extra flavours. Just melt butter in a pan, add marshmallows to melt it, season with some salt and vanilla essence. Then toss in puffed rice krispies, combine it well, set the mixture in a greased pan and cut in cubes to enjoy.
2) Candy Rice Krispies Treats
In this recipe, candy confectionery is added to traditional rice krispies recipes. You can use a bunch of different confectionaries bought from the supermarket. Just add these confectionaries in while mixing up puffed rice in marshmallow and stir it well.
3) Cocoa Rice Krispies Treats
With the addition of chocolate chips, the traditional rice krispies get an indulging chocolatey taste in every bite. For this, you need to add in the chips while stirring the puffed rice and just cook it enough till the chocolate is slightly melted. Then after spreading it on the baking tray, add some choco chips on top.
4) Nutty Rice Krispies Treats
The rice krispies treats get a nutty flavour and bite with the addition of different nuts and dry fruits. You can use nuts of your choice like almonds, cashews, pecans, peanuts or anything to add to the rice krispies mixture. Top the spread mixture with chopped nuts after spreading on the tray for a delightful crunch in every bite.
5) Mixed Fruit Rice Krispies Treats
The fruity hues of different springtime fruits like apples, strawberries, blueberries, cranberries and raisins add a joyful taste to the Rice Krispies treats. These fruits add more colours and flavours to the original recipes, making it an indulging feast for the tastebuds.
6) Peanut Butter Krispies Treats
Peanut butter is a heavenly addition to rice krispies treats that immerses every bit of puffed rice with an amusing nutty flavour. The gallery and smooth texture make it irresistible. You can add in as much peanut butter as you want and also spread peanut butter on top of the krispies while spreading on the tray.
7) Date Rice Krispies Treats
Dates give a deliciously warming flavour to rice krispies treats that leave an unforgettable impression on taste buds. The fun part about this recipe is that you don't need to include marshmallows at all and thus it becomes vegan-friendly too. Just mix the blended dates in the place of marshmallows and see how good it tastes.
Make this easter a memorable one by creating rice krispies treats at home. Try these different recipes and involve your family too to make it a fun activity. You can also bring these treats to easter parties or potluck and it will be an instant hit.