Easter Rice Krispie treats are the perfect spring twist on the tasty classic rice krispie treats that everyone loves! Rice Krispie cereal, marshmallows, and M&Ms combine to take the classic up a notch!

Easter Rice Krispie Treat Recipe

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love a soft and chewy rice krispie treat. Every one of my kids loves it when they see a fresh batch of Rice Krispie treats sitting on the counter and when a holiday comes around I like to make holiday-themed treats like this Easter Rice Krispies treats recipe.

It is no secret I am sure to all of you that we LOVE holidays around here. It doesn’t matter if it is a big holiday or a little holiday. We find ways to make it fun with lots of holiday recipes for everyone to enjoy. I might be dreaming a bit too much already about Spring coming and warmer weather because we are already thinking about Easter around here!

Using crispy rice cereal, marshmallows, and butter for the base of this recipe, we then top this easter treat with M&Ms, both the regular ones and the Easter egg M&Ms for the perfect easy Easter no bake dessert recipe.

Easter Treats Recipes

We have lots of fun Easter themed Desserts but we have so many ideas that we want to share with you that we are starting early this year. Maybe it will help spring show up a bit early, ok maybe it won’t. But I can dream right? If you are looking for more Easter Desserts, check these out!

overhead photo of Easter Rice Krispie Treats recipe

Rice Krispie Treats Variations

You can easily change this M&M Rice Krispies recipe to fit any holiday. Since we made this with an Easter focus we used Easter M&Ms. However feel free to change out the M&M colors and the sprinkles to match the holiday you are making them for. There are a lot of other rice krispie treat variation add-ins that you can change out in place of sprinkles and M&Ms.

Chocolate chips
Peanut butter chips
oreo cookies
peanut butter cups
mini marshmallows to make them more Easter add marshmallow peeps on top of the rice krispies
Reese’s Pieces
peanuts
walnuts
pecans

Add vanilla extract. A teaspoon of vanilla extract to the melted butter before adding in the marshmallows.

Shaped Easter Rice Krispie Treats. Shape the Rice Krispie mixture into egg shapes using egg-shaped cookie cutters or make into bunny shapes using bunny-shaped cookie cutters. You can also shape them into rice krispie nests instead of putting them in a pan. Use your hands or a muffin tin to shape them and then fill the center of the nest with the toppings.

A stack of colorful rice krispie treats with sprinkles and candy on a blue plate.

Tips for Making the Best Rice Krispie Treats

Prevent Sticking. When you are making these line your baking dish with greased parchment paper. If you don’t have parchment paper on hand make sure you grease your baking dish well. I use nonstick baking spray to grease my baking dishes and parchment paper.

Do not pack the rice krispie treats mixture into the pan. To achieve soft, and chewy while being crispy marshmallow rice krispie treats you want to be gentle when pressing the mixture into your baking pan.

Use a silicone spatula. I find it best to use a silicone spatula or spoon and spray it generously with nonstick spray. Then I gently spread without pushing down hard, the cereal and marshmallow mixture into my baking dish. This gives the perfect rice krispie treats without them being hard.

A stack of rice cereal treats decorated with colorful sprinkles and candy on a blue plate, suggesting a festive occasion.

How to Store Rice Krispie Treats

After making them or if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container right out at room temperature for about three days. If you need to extend their life, you can place them in the fridge for up to five days.

Ingredients for making easter rice krispie treats laid out on a marble countertop, including colorful candies, sprinkles, marshmallows, butter, and crispy rice cereal.

M&M Rice Krispie Treats Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
10 ounces bag of jet-puffed Marshmallows, you can use large marshmallows or small ones.
6 cup Rice Krispies cereal
3 tablespoons flowers or spring sprinkles
10 ounces Easter M&M candies

How to Make M&M Rice Krispie Treats

Get a large pot or a large saucepan and heat your stove on low heat.

Melted butter in a saucepan with ingredients for baking displayed in bowls around it.

Melt the butter. Once the butter is melted add in the marshmallows and stir until they are melted. Once melted remove from heat.

Mixing marshmallow and butter mixture in preparation for making rice krispie treats with ingredients on the side.

Gently stir in your Rice Krispies, 1 tablespoon of the sprinkles, and half the M&M’s until they are well combined.

Spray the cookie sheet with the cooking spray and press the Rice Krispies mixture into the cookie sheet.

A skillet of rice cereal treats mixed with pastel-colored candies, with extra candies and sprinkles on the side.

Sprinkle the top with the remainder of the sprinkles.

Gently press the M&Ms into the top of the treats.

A baking sheet with colorful sprinkles and candy-coated chocolates scattered over marshmallow cereal bars, with a white spatula resting on the surface.

Allow the Rice Krispies to cool.

Cut into 12 equal pieces and enjoy right away or store in a storage container or zip-close bag.

Colorful candy-topped rice cereal treats in a baking tray.

Rice Krispie Treat Recipes

A festive tray of rice cereal treats sprinkled with colorful candy and edible glitter, ideal for a celebration.

Recipe FAQ

Can I make Rice Krispie treats without using the stove?

Yes! If you prefer not to use the stove, you can use the microwave to melt the butter and the marshmallows. Just use the microwave directions below. Keep in mind that microwave cooking times can vary based on the microwave, so it is important to heat the butter and the marshmallows in short intervals to avoid burning.

How to Make Rice Krispie Treats Using the Microwave Method

Place the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for about 30-45 seconds, or until melted.
Add the marshmallows to the melted butter in the bowl.
Microwave the butter and marshmallows on high for about 1-2 minutes, stopping every 30 seconds to stir, until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth.
Once the marshmallows are melted, quickly stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
Press the mixture firmly into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish or pan using a buttered spatula or your hands.
Let the Rice Krispie treats cool and set for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.