These Heart-Shaped Rice Krispie Treats are the a great "I Love You" Valentine's Day treat! Not only are these crispy treats delicious but they are also easy to make!
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Heart shaped Rice Krispies
Fun, festive and so easy to make. Like the White Chocolate Covered Strawberries, these are an excellent no-bake Valentine's dessert recipe and the perfect sweet treats! This is classic recipe that the entire family loves!
Ingredients you’ll need
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- butter - use real butter, not margarine.
- marshmallows - you can use regular or mini marshmallows.
- Rice Krispie cereal - the real thing or the generic brands, either work great! You can also use cheerios or Chex cereal.
- Festive colored Valentine's Day sprinkles.
Step-by-step instructions
This is an overview of the instructions for the Rice Krispie Treats recipe. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
Yes! These homemade treats can be frozen for up to 3 months.
These easy treats will stay fresh for up to one week if kept in an airtight container at room temperature.
You can use your favorites - nonpareil sprinkles (the small round balls), jimmies (the long thin ones) or the small heart shaped. All work great.
Yes, you can melt the marshmallows in the microwave. Be sure to use a microwave-safe bowl and melt in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Top Tip
Pro Tip - clip the parchment paper with butterfly clips, it will secure it well and make its super easy to remove the Rice Krispies from the pan.
- If you are using your hands to press the rice krispies down into the cake pan, spray your hands with cooking spray first.
- Make a double batch of these valentine treats, they are sure to go fast!
- After you cut out all the heart shapes, press the edges and leftovers together and flatten - just like you would when you're making cut out cookies. Reshape and cut out more heart shaped valentine treats!
Creative variations to try
- Can't find any sprinkles? Add pink or violet food coloring to the marshmallow mixture - gorgeous!
- You can use any type of sprinkles you like to decorate the top, common Valentine's day colors are red, pink, white, and/or silver.
- Add chopped nuts to the top while they are still soft for a little extra crunch!
- For some extra added flavor stir in with peanut butter chips or chocolate chips.
- Dip the treats in melted chocolate, almond bark or candy coating - yum! White chocolate chips or dark chocolate, pink candy melts. The melted candy makes it a super fun treat!
- Place them on a lollipop stick and make Rice Krispie pops! Wrap individually for gift giving.
How to store leftovers
Store these delicious treats for up to one week at room temperature. Be sure to keep the treats covered with plastic wrap or place in an air tight container.
Freeze up to three months.
More recipes you’ll love
Some of my favorite no bake treats are:
- Homemade Buckeyes are rich and chocolatey and filled with a creamy peanut butter filling.
- Chocolate Covered Cashews are rich and nutty, you can never go wrong with chocolate for a Valentine's Day dessert.
- Valentine Cake Pops - I bet you can't eat just one!
- No Bake Lemon Ice Box Pie - this amazing treat couldn't be easier to make!
- Super simple Pretzel M&M Hugs are tasty and customizable for any holiday!
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Happy Valentines Day my friend! I hope you make these tasty treats for your Valentine! When you do, swing back and let me know what you think!
Heart Shaped Rice Krispsie Treats
Equipment
- Heart Shaped Cookie Cutters
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 10 ounce package marshmallows about 40 or 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ¼ cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare 13x9x2 inch cake pan, spray with non-stick coating, line with parchment paper, set aside.
- In large saucepan over low heat melt butter.
- Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
- Add the crispy cereal into the marshmallow butter mixture. Stir until well coated. Add in a little more than half the sprinkles, mix again.
- Using buttered spatula or wax paper evenly press mixture into baking dish. Spread remaining sprinkles over the top of the Rice Krispie treats. Allow to cool completely.
- Carefully remove treats from pan, cut into heart shaped treats.
- Take scrapes, push back together and flatten, using cookie cutters, cut into additional treats. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use regular or mini marshmallows, I find that regular marshmallows give the best results.
- You can use any brand of crispy cereals, generic brands work great!
- If you are using your hands to press the rice krispies down into the cake pan, spray your hands with cooking spray first.
- Make a double batch of these valentine treats, they are sure to go fast!
- Can't find any sprinkles? Add pink or violet food coloring to the marshmallow mixture - gorgeous!
Camden says
I'd love to make some heart shaped treats likes these for gift baskets! However, I know I would need to make more for me to eat some along the way, haha.
Debbie says
I am just loving these heart shaped Rice Krispie treats! They are great for Valentine's Day or any time you want to add a little love into the world!
Kristen says
I know that Valentine's Day is technically over, but I still want to whip up a batch of heart shaped rice krispie treats! The fact that it's still February basically makes it Valentine's Day month, right? 😉
Debra Clark says
Hey, it works in my book!! 🤪
Alyssa says
These heart shaped rice krispie treats are so cute! I love to make fun desserts like this for my boys valentine's day party!
Debra Clark says
These are just so fun! Even perfect for a baby shower!
Brittany says
These heart shaped rice krispie treats are perfect for my son's Valentine's party! I mean, what kids doesn't love rice krispies?!
Debra Clark says
Right? Thanks Brittany!
Lois says
This is just a fun snack that everyone will enjoy. Great idea.
Debra Clark says
Thanks Lois!
ColleenB.~Tx. says
I'm planning on making Easter egg krispie treats.
Actually these treats are good at anytime; not just for holidays.