Froot Loop Treats are an easy and fun-to-make recipe. With ooey gooey marshmallows and fruity cereal, these treats are a colorful take on the classic rice krispie treats.
Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Once melted, add in all but 1 cup of the mini marshmallows.
Reduce heat to low and continue stirring until completely melted.
Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract. Add cereal and remaining marshmallows until combined.
Pour into prepared pan. Press GENTLY with your fingertips. Allow to set.
Notes
Marshmallows. You'll need about 8-9 cups of marshmallows (16 ounce bag). You can swap it out for a 16 ounce bag of regular sized marshmallows too. Or use our homemade marshmallows.
Be sure to use FRESH ingredients. Stale cereal and old marshmallows will result in stale cereal bars.
Do not pack the treats into the pan, instead, press gently.
Microwave. In a microwave safe bowl, heat all but one cup of marshmallows with butter for 60 seconds. Stir and heat an additional 30 seconds. Fold in cereal and remaining marshmallows, then pour in prepared dish.
Store treats in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.