Just In Time For St. Patrick’s Day: These Yummy Lucky Charm Bars!
Get ready to taste the magic with these incredible Lucky Charms Bars! Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any day you need a sweet treat! šāØ #LuckyCharmsBars #StPatricksDay #MagicallyDelicious
Winona, Minnesota – Get ready for a magically delicious treat that’s perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! Remember those colorful marshmallows in Lucky Charms cereal? Well, they’re the star of the show in these amazing Lucky Charms Bars.
Every St. Patrick’s Day I make these for my (slightly Irish) hubby Jack and he just loves them. I know your family will enjoy them too – they are just so delish! Speaking of Jack – he just shared some of his favorite Jokes About St. Patrick’s Day – read if you want a chuckle as your enjoy this tasty recipe below.
A Childhood Favorite with a Twist
Rice Krispies Treats have been a beloved no-bake dessert for generations. But now, we’re giving them a St. Patrick’s Day makeover by adding Lucky Charms cereal to the mix. It’s like combining two childhood favorites into one irresistible treat!
Tips for Making the Perfect Lucky Charms Bars
When it comes to making these bars, timing is everything. Once you’ve mixed in the marshmallows, you’ve got to work fast. The mixture gets sticky quickly, so be sure to stir it up and spread it in the pan in a hurry. And here’s a handy tip: wet your hands or give them a light spritz of nonstick cooking spray before pressing the mixture into the pan. This will keep it from sticking to your hands!
What You’ll Need
To make these Lucky Charms Bars, you’ll need two 10.5-ounce boxes of Lucky Charms cereal or one 18.6-ounce family size box. Don’t worry if you have some leftover cereal – it’s perfect for a St. Patrick’s Day breakfast! You’ll also need plenty of butter, marshmallows, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to balance out the sweetness.
Ingredients:
- 2 (10-oz.) bags mini marshmallows
- 1/2 c. salted butter
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 9 c. Lucky Charms cereal, 1/2 cup marshmallows reserved for topping
- 10 oz. white or green candy coating wafers
- Gold sprinkles
- Nonstick cooking spray
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Lightly coat a 13×9-inch metal pan with nonstick cooking spray. Line the pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Spray the parchment with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over low heat, melt the butter completely. Lightly spray the inside of the pot with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Add the marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt until the salt has melted into the marshmallow mixture.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the Lucky Charms cereal, 3 cups at a time, ensuring the marshmallow and cereal are thoroughly combined.
- Immediately pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Lightly coat your hands with nonstick cooking spray and press the mixture into an even layer. Allow the treats to cool completely for at least 30 minutes.
- Once cooled, use the overhanging parchment to lift the entire treat out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and cut into 2 1/2-by-3-inch bars. Set the bars aside on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
- In a small, heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the candy coating wafers, stirring occasionally until smooth.
- Remove the bowl from the heat and dip each bar diagonally into the candy coating, allowing the excess to drip off. Return the dipped bars to the prepared sheet pan.
- While the candy coating is still wet, decorate the bars with a few of the reserved marshmallows and gold sprinkles.
- Set the bars aside until the coating is completely set, then serve and enjoy your Lucky Charms Bars!
Pro Tip: The Finishing Touches
Once your Lucky Charms Bars are cooled and cut, it’s time to give them some extra St. Patrick’s Day flair. Dip each bar in a bright green candy coating and top them with shiny gold sprinkles. They’re almost too cute to eat – almost!
A Treat That’s Sure to Impress
These Lucky Charms Bars are the perfect addition to any St. Patrick’s Day celebration. They’re easy to make, deliciously sweet, and sure to impress your friends and family. So grab a box of Lucky Charms and get ready to create some magic in the kitchen!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
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