Description

These Cotton Candy Rice Krispies Twists are a whimsical and colorful twist on classic cereal treats. With a hint of cotton candy flavoring and pastel hues, they’re perfect for parties or a fun dessert.

Ingredients

For the Rice Krispies Mixture:

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 bag (10 oz) mini marshmallows
½ teaspoon cotton candy flavoring extract
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

For Decoration:

Pastel food coloring (pink and blue recommended)
Optional: Cotton candy pieces or sprinkles for garnish

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Instructions

Melt the Marshmallows: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
Flavor the Mixture: Remove from heat and stir in the cotton candy flavoring.
Color the Mixture: Divide the mixture into two bowls. Add pink food coloring to one bowl and blue to the other, stirring until uniform.
Add Rice Krispies: Mix 3 cups of Rice Krispies into each bowl until fully coated.
Shape the Twists: Take small handfuls of each colored mixture and twist them together to form swirled logs or press into a pan for a marbled effect.
Cool and Serve: Let cool for 30 minutes before slicing or serving. Garnish with cotton candy pieces if desired.

Notes

Work quickly while the mixture is warm for easier shaping.
Cotton candy flavoring can be found in specialty baking stores or online.
Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.