Description
Delicious and visually striking Rice Krispies treats that glow in the dark, perfect for parties and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup tonic water (must contain quinine for the glow effect)
- Neon food coloring (optional, but highly recommended for maximum visual impact)
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or silicone molds, then set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat, then add mini marshmallows and stir until smooth.
- Remove from heat, add tonic water, and stir vigorously until well combined.
- Optionally, divide mixture into bowls and add neon food coloring, stirring until colors are evenly distributed.
- Add Rice Krispies cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir gently to coat.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan or molds and press firmly into place.
- Allow to cool for 1–2 hours, then cut into squares or remove from molds and enjoy under a blacklight.
Notes
- For best glow effect, use tonic water that contains quinine.
- Using neon food coloring enhances the visual impact when viewed under blacklight.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg