Rice Krispie Valentine Hearts

Forget complicated desserts and time-consuming treats this Valentine’s Day! Rice Krispie Valentine Hearts are here to rescue your celebrations with a delightful mix of fun, flavor, and simplicity. These adorable hearts are not only incredibly quick to make – perfect for those last-minute plans – but also offer a healthier alternative to traditional sugary sweets. What’s more, with their customizable flavor, you can tailor them to your sweetheart’s taste. I remember making these with my mom every year as a kid, decorating them with all sorts of candies. They were always a symbol of her love, and now I’m passing on that tradition. It’s a simple act with great meaning, and a yummy one too!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

My grandmother used to make these every Valentine’s Day without fail. I remember the smell of melted marshmallows filling the air, and the joy of carefully pressing the mixture into heart-shaped molds with my cousins. It became a cherished tradition, symbolizing warmth, love, and togetherness. This recipe brings back those happy memories, I hope that you can do so too.

Ingredients

• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
• 10 oz marshmallows
• Red Food Coloring (optional)
• Sprinkles, candies, icing for decoration

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
2. Add the marshmallows to the melted butter and stir constantly until completely melted. Remove from heat.
3. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring for a Valentine’s Day hue. Mix well.
4. Pour the Rice Krispies cereal into the marshmallow mixture. Stir until well coated.
5. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch pan or onto parchment paper.
6. Gently press the mixture evenly.
7. Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out hearts while the mixture is slightly warm.
8. Decorate with sprinkles, candies, or icing of your choice.
9. Let them cool completely before serving.
10. Share the love! Enjoy your Rice Krispie Valentine Hearts!

Rice Krispie Valentine Hearts

Quick and easy Valentine’s Day treats that are fun, flavorful, and simple to make. A healthier alternative to traditional sweets, customizable to your sweetheart’s taste.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
• 10 oz marshmallows
• Red Food Coloring (optional)
• Sprinkles, candies, icing for decoration

Equipment

• Large saucepan
• 9×13 inch Pan
• Heart-shaped Cookie Cutter

Method

 

1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
   1/4 cup butter
2. Add the marshmallows to the melted butter and stir constantly until completely melted. Remove from heat.
   10 oz marshmallows, 1/4 cup butter
3. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring for a Valentine’s Day hue. Mix well.
   Red Food Coloring
4. Pour the Rice Krispies cereal into the marshmallow mixture. Stir until well coated.
   6 cups Rice Krispies cereal, 10 oz marshmallows
5. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch pan or onto parchment paper.
6. Gently press the mixture evenly.
7. Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out hearts while the mixture is slightly warm.
8. Decorate with sprinkles, candies, or icing of your choice.
   Sprinkles, candies, icing
9. Let them cool completely before serving.
10. Share the love! Enjoy your Rice Krispie Valentine Hearts!