Description
Colorful rainbow bars bring sweet nostalgia to dessert tables with layers of buttery graham cracker crust and vibrant marshmallow frosting. Crisp edges and playful colors make these treats perfect for celebrations or casual weekend snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 cups Fruit Loops cereal
- 16 ounces (454 grams) mini marshmallows
Base Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons (90 milliliters) margarine
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper and lightly coating with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal of the bars.
- Melt margarine in a large pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally until completely liquefied and smooth.
- Add mini marshmallows to the melted margarine, continuously stirring until the marshmallows are fully dissolved and create a glossy, uniform mixture.
- Remove the pot from heat and quickly fold in Fruit Loops cereal, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Carefully transfer the colorful mixture into the prepared pan, using a greased piece of parchment paper to press and compact the bars evenly.
- Allow the rainbow bars to cool at room temperature for approximately 30-45 minutes until they are completely set and firm.
- Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper edges and slice into rectangular portions using a sharp knife.
Notes
- Spray your hands with non-stick spray when pressing the mixture to prevent sticking and create smooth, even bars.
- Use room temperature marshmallows for faster and more even melting, ensuring a smoother texture throughout the mixture.
- Try different colorful cereals like Fruity Pebbles or Trix for varied rainbow effects and unique flavor combinations.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their soft, chewy texture and vibrant colors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg