Name: Patriotic Rice Krispies
Prep time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 1 package Marshmallows (10 oz., about 40); 5 1/2 cups Rice Krispies; 6 oz . white almond bark; Food coloring (optional); Sprinkles for garnish (optional)

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What's more patriotic than patriotic rice krispie treats all decked out in red, white and blue? These star-shaped treats are easy to make and the kiddies can help! They are iced with white chocolate and decorated in holiday 'independence' style with red, white and blue sprinkles.

Independence Day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which was when we got our independence from Great Britain.

Independence Day is associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, pool parties, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family get-togethers, political speeches and ceremonies, plus other various public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States.

It is our National Day of the United States and it's also a federal holiday. Lots of celebrating going on all over America all weekend, especially with these Patriotic Rice Krispies! 🙂

Here are some famous quotes that relate to our Independence Day which speaks volumes.

Thomas Jefferson

"Our greatest happiness does not depend on the condition of life in which chance has placed us, but is always the result of a good conscience, good health, occupation and freedom in all just pursuits."

Malcolm X

"You can't separate peace from freedom because no one can be at peace unless he has his freedom.

Kahlil Gibran

“Life without liberty is like a body without spirit.”

So, Keep Calm, celebrate and make these Patriotic Rice Krispies to share! They are quick and easy to make for your 4th of July celebration.

Here's to a safe and great holiday weekend and here's the recipe for these quick and easy Patriotic Rice Krispies!

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Patriotic Rice Krispies

Kim Lange

What's more patriotic than rice krispie treats all decked out in red, white and blue? These treats are easy to make and the kiddies can help!

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Prep Time 20 mins

Course Dessert

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1 package Marshmallows 10 oz., about 40
5 ½ cups Rice Krispies
6 oz . white almond bark
Food coloring optional
Sprinkles for garnish optional

Instructions

In large saucepan melt butter over low heat.
Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
Add the rice krispies and stir until well coated.
Using buttered spatula or wax paper evenly press mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray.
Let cool and then cut into stars using a star cookie cutter.
Place almond bark into a small dish, and microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted.
For coloring red or blue, add food coloring, and stir.
Dip the tops of the rice krispies into the almond bark, scraping off excess or spoon into a pastry bag with preferred tip and pipe borders or whatever tickles your fancy.
Add sprinkles, and place on wax paper to set.
Chill for 10-15 minutes until almond bark is set.

Keyword 4th of july, party treats, patriotic desserts, red white and blue, Rice Krispies

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