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Easy Rice Krispie Baskets

These fun and simple Rice Krispie baskets are quick to make, perfect for parties, and can be customized with various fillings and colors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 baskets
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal Classic crispy rice cereal.
  • 5 cups marshmallows Mini marshmallows work best.
  • 4 tablespoons butter Use unsalted butter for best flavor.
Optional Fillings and Decorations
  • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut Optional; can be colored.
  • 2-4 drops food coloring Optional; for coloring shredded coconut.
  • 1/4 teaspoon water To help color coconut.
  • to taste jelly beans For filling the baskets.
  • to taste chocolate eggs For filling the baskets.
  • to taste candy coated chocolate eggs For filling the baskets.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Get out and measure your ingredients.
  2. Prepare a muffin pan with butter or cooking spray. Set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large saucepan melt butter over LOW heat.
  2. Add marshmallows, keeping the heat low, and stir until completely melted.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Add Rice Krispies cereal and gently stir until well coated.
  5. Divide and press the mixture into individual muffin cups to create baskets.
  6. Cool and remove from muffin pans.
Assembly
  1. Fill cooled baskets with colored, shredded coconut.
  2. Fill baskets with melted chocolate, jelly beans, or chocolate eggs.
  3. These taste best if served the same day but will store in an airtight container.

Notes

Store finished baskets in an airtight container at room temperature away from heat and humidity for best results. Can freeze plain baskets without filling for up to 1 month.