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    Soulfully Made » Desserts » Lucky Charms Treats

    Lucky Charms Treats

    Nikki Lee Published:March 16, 2018 | Updated: August 20, 2020

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    Lucky Charms Treats - Just like a Rice Krispie Treat, but made with Lucky Charms cereal. Bright colorful marshmallows combined with the buttery crunch of the toasted oats cereal make for a perfect sweet treat!

    two squares of these lucky charms Rice Krispie treats

    Who doesn't love an ooey gooey treat? These treats are a lucky twist on Rice Krispie Treats!

    Instead of using puffed rice you can use just about any type of cereal to create these magically delicious bites of yum!

    Lucky Charms Treats are made with toasted oat cereal and fun marshmallow bits combined to make a fun and festive treat for any occasion. They are so vibrant they're a party just waiting to happen!

    Why you’ll love this Lucky Charm Treats Recipe:

    • Only 4 Ingredients: This tasty treat is super easy to put together with only four simple ingredients.
    • No Bake Treat: These are perfect because you don't have to heat up the oven to have a delicious sweet treat.
    • Festive and Fun: The bright colors make these a fun treat everyone will enjoy. They are a hit with kids and adults alike!

    Just keep in mind these treats are a little more crunchy in texture than a Rice Krispie Treat, but just as ooey gooey good!

    Ingredients:

    Picture of ingredients for Lucky Charms treats - marshmallows, butter, vanilla extract, and Lucky Charms cereal.
    • Lucky Charms Cereal - You can use the original lucky charms for bright colorful treat. For St. Patrick's Day use the St. Patrick's Day (All green and gold) Lucky Charms.
    • Marshmallows - I like to use the mini marshmallows. It's just what you need for this gooey recipe.
    • Butter - I use salted butter for mine. It gives a hint of saltiness that goes well with all the sweet. However, unsalted works too. You can always throw in a pinch of salt.
    • Vanilla extract - This adds another layer of delicious flavor.

    How to make Lucky Charms Cereal Treats:

    Collage of images of the steps to make cereal treats. Melting of marshmallows. Adding in vanilla and then stirring in marshmallows and Lucky Charms cereal.

    This is a super simple recipe to make! It is a little on the sticky side, but it is well worth it for the amazing treat you are going to get! It's a pretty straightforward recipe you will make again and again.

    ✱ Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact ingredients and instructions!

    1. Melt butter in a saucepan and add in mini marshmallows.
    2. When that all melts together you pour in the vanilla extract and give it a stir.
    3. Next goes the good stuff - cereal and that cup of marshmallows you held out and combine it together.
    4. Press the mixture into a parchment lined baking pan and let them cool and set (firm up).
    5. Slice and enjoy all the yum!
    Sliced Lucky Charms treats on a wooden tray.

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    How many marshmallows do I need?

    To make this recipe you will need a 16 ounce bag of mini marshmallows. This is about 9 cups.

    Can I use large marshmallows?

    Yes. However, I prefer the mini ones as they melt faster and seem a little easier to manage. Just keep in mind that you either need to replace one cup with mini marshmallow for the inside of the treat (if desired). Or just melt all 16 ounces of the large ones, if you don't have mini ones.

    How do you store Lucky Charms Treats?

    Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature. I like to line my container with parchment or wax paper as these treat are quite sticky on the bottom. They do no need to be chilled. In fact they can get too hard and sometimes a little dry in the refrigerator.

    Can I make Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats ahead of time?

    Yes! Make sure you keep them in an airtight container. I would suggest you wait to cut them into bars before serving. They are are most delicious the 1st or 2nd day, and are freshest if eaten within 3 days. But will last up to 5 days at room temperature.

    Are Lucky Charms Treats Gluten-Free?

    Yes! Lucky Charms cereal are gluten free. You will just need to check the marshmallow brand that you buy to be sure they are gluten-free as well.

    Variations:

    If you are looking for something for St. Patrick's Day, these are just the thing you need for your celebration! Grab a box of the green St. Paddy's Day-themed Charms and you have St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charms Treats.

    St. Patrick's Day themed Lucky Charms Cereal Treats in a white serving plate surrounded by St. Patrick's Day sprinkles.

    Lucky Charms also comes in chocolate variety and honey clover too. I have tried the chocolate and it is delicious. I bet the honey would be so good too (It's on my must-make soon list)!

    Honestly, this recipe will work with almost any cereal. So try different ones and give them a try.

    • Use fresh ingredients. It is so important that your marshmallows are fresh. They will not melt properly if they are old. Also, if the cereal is stale the treats will definitely taste stale as well. So make sure you check the dates!
    • Hold out a cup of mini marshmallows: Adding the whole marshmallows give some extra fluff to the bars. Pillowy marshmallow bits just give it something extra!
    • This recipe makes a nice thick bar. If you want a thinner bar use a 9 X 13 dish.
    • Prevent Sticking: Make sure to use parchment paper or butter the dish well to prevent the gooey bars from sticking to the pan.
    • Slightly wet fingers before pressing bars into the prepared pan. This will make it easy to press down and will prevent it from sticking to your hands. You can also use cooking spray or butter. If you don't want to use your hands you can spray a spatula or use the stick butter wrapper to press gently press them down.
    • Clean edge: To have a nice clean edge cut the bars on all sides. The marshmallow settles around the outside a bit as it sets. If you are serving for a party, this makes for a pretty presentation.
    • To make them Extra Festive: Save a few marshmallows from the cereal for garnish. Gently press them onto the top for even more color. You can also put sprinkles on top as well.

    Tips

    Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats on a cutting board with Lucky Charms cereal scattered in the background.

    Looking for more St Patrick's Recipes? Try these:

    • St. Patrick's Day Lucky Chow is addictively scrumptious!
    • Buttery Beer Bread - A quick bread recipe! Even if you are not a bread baker I promise you can make this. So flavorful and by changing the beer you change the flavor profiles. You can even make it with non-alcoholic beer.
    Colorful Green Puppy Chow mix with St Pattrick's Day Candies
    an overhead shot of this buttery beer bread on a wire rack with two slices on the side

    Or try these Stout Fudge Brownies from The Fresh Cooky.

    More sweet recipes you may love:

    • Pistachio Wedding Cookies
    • Red Velvet Brownie Cups
    • Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake
    • The Best Classic Cheesecake
    Lucky Charms Treat cut and stacked on a mini cake stand with milk and a vibrant rainbow hand towel in the background.

    I hope you enjoy these magically delicious treats! They are sure to bring you lots of luck, my friends!

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    Two stacked lucky charms treats stacked on a wooden tray.

    Lucky Charms Treats

    Author: Nikki Lee
    5 from 6 votes
    Lucky Charms Treats - Just like a Rice Krispie Treat, but made with Lucky Charms cereal. Bright colorful marshmallows combined with the buttery crunch of the toasted oats cereal make the perfect sweet treat!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Cooling Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
    Course Desserts
    Cuisine American
    Servings 16 - 2 inch bars
    Calories 157 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 6 Tablespoons butter
    • 16 ounce bag mini marshmallows, divided
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 7 cups Lucky Charms Cereal

    Instructions
     

    • Line a 9 inch square baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
    • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add in all but 1cup of the mini marshmallows. Reduce heat and stir continuously until marshmallows are completely melted.
    • Remove from heat and a stir in vanilla. Then add in remaining 1 cup of marshmallows and cereal. Fold in gently until coated and combined.
    • Pour mixture in prepared 9 inch pan. Gently spread into pan with a greased silicone spatula or with fingers (dipped and coated with water).
    • Let cool and set at room temperature, about 1 hour.
    • Cut into 2 inch square bars or desired size.

    ✱ Nikki's Tips

    ✱ Nikki's Tips

    • Use fresh ingredients. It is so important that your marshmallows are fresh. They will not melt properly if they are old. Also, if the cereal is stale the treats will definitely taste stale as well. So make sure you check the dates!
    • Hold out a cup of mini marshmallows: Adding the whole marshmallows give some extra fluff to the bars. Pillowy marshmallow bits just give it something extra!
    • This recipe makes a nice thick bar. If you want a thinner bar use a 9 X 13 dish.
    • Prevent Sticking: Make sure to use parchment paper or butter the dish well to prevent the gooey bars from sticking to the pan.
    • Slightly wet fingers before pressing bars into the prepared pan. This will make it easy to press down and will prevent it from sticking to your hands. You can also use cooking spray or butter. If you don't want to use your hands you can spray a spatula or use the stick butter wrapper to press gently press them down.
    • Clean edge: To have a nice clean edge cut the bars on all sides. The marshmallow settles around the outside a bit as it sets. If you are serving for a party, this makes for a pretty presentation.
    • To make then Extra Festive: Save a few marshmallows from the cereal for garnish. Gently press them onto the top for even more color. You can also put sprinkles on top as well.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 bar Calories: 157 kcal Carbohydrates: 28 g Protein: 2 g Fat: 5 g Saturated Fat: 3 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g Cholesterol: 11 mg Sodium: 182 mg Fiber: 1 g Sugar: 16 g

    Nutrition Disclaimer

    Soulfully Made is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.

    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    Originally posted on March 16, 2018. Updated on March 11, 2021

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    1. Kathleen Pope says

      March 14, 2021 at 7:24 pm

      These look amazing! So bright and festive! Can't wait to try these!

      Reply
    2. Sandra Shaffer says

      March 14, 2021 at 11:55 am

      These are so fun and festive! We love rice krispie treats, so of course we ate he whole pan in two days! Making another batch for our neighborhood kids. Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Donna Powell says

      March 19, 2017 at 5:08 pm

      I have always loved Lucky Charms cereal and this is one recipe I need to try out. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        March 20, 2017 at 10:26 am

        I love them too! I love this recipe becuase you can always change out the cereal too! Thank you and Enjoy!

        Reply
    4. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says

      March 17, 2017 at 8:31 am

      Cereal treats are such a cool idea! I love this!

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        March 17, 2017 at 8:05 pm

        Yes they are! So easy and fun!

        Reply
    5. Alyssa says

      March 17, 2017 at 7:54 am

      I'm a sucker for rice krispie treats and you have me drooling over these!

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        March 17, 2017 at 8:06 pm

        Thank you! I am too this are fun for a change!

        Reply
    6. Pretty says

      March 17, 2017 at 7:31 am

      5 stars
      wow this takes me back to my childhood, love these as a treat and that they only take 15 mins to make!

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        March 17, 2017 at 8:07 pm

        I love food that brings back memories! They are yummy and easy to make!

        Reply
    7. Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

      March 17, 2017 at 6:59 am

      I used to love treating myself to a bowl of lucky charms when I was in high school. We had it in our cafeteria. I never would have thought to use it this way. You're so creative.

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        March 17, 2017 at 8:08 pm

        What a great memory! I love how food brings back memories! Thank you! These are just a little spin on rice crispy treats! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Shashi at Savory Spin says

      March 17, 2017 at 6:33 am

      So festive - perfect for today!

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        March 17, 2017 at 8:09 pm

        Thanks! I loved that I found them in St Patrick's Day Colors!

        Reply

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