Get ready to become the MVP of game day snacks with these irresistible Rice Krispie Treat Footballs! Whether you're hosting a Super Bowl party, celebrating a big game, or just craving a fun and delicious treat, these football-shaped delights will have everyone cheering. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal cooking time, you'll create a dessert that's both adorable and incredibly tasty - perfect for sports fans and sweet tooth enthusiasts alike!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 footballs
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Chocolate icing for decoration
- White icing for decoration
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal, 4 cups of mini marshmallows, 3 tablespoons of butter, chocolate icing for decoration, and white icing for decoration. Make sure you have a large mixing bowl, a saucepan, a spatula, and a baking sheet lined with parchment paper ready.
- In a large saucepan, melt the 3 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Stir occasionally to ensure the butter does not burn.
- Once the butter is melted, add the 4 cups of mini marshmallows to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from heat. Immediately add the 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly until all the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes until it is safe to handle. Once cool enough, grease your hands with a little butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Take a handful of the mixture and shape it into a football shape, about the size of a small fist. Repeat this process until you have formed 12 footballs.
- Place the shaped footballs on the lined baking sheet to set. Allow them to cool completely, which should take about 10 minutes.
- Once the footballs are set, use the chocolate icing to pipe laces on top of each football. You can create a simple lacing pattern by drawing a straight line down the center and adding smaller lines across it.
- Next, take the white icing and add any additional decorative details you desire, such as stitching or patterns, to enhance the football look.
- Once decorated, your Rice Krispie Treat Footballs are ready to serve! Enjoy them at your next game day gathering or as a fun treat for kids!
Tips
- Grease your hands with cooking spray or butter before shaping the footballs to prevent the mixture from sticking.
- Work quickly when mixing the marshmallow and cereal to ensure even coating.
- Let the treats cool completely before decorating to get clean, crisp icing lines.
- Use a piping bag or a zip-lock bag with a corner cut off for more precise icing decorations.
- For a fun variation, try using different colored icings or adding sprinkles for extra flair.
- Store the footballs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days to maintain freshness.
- For best results, make these treats on the same day you plan to serve them to keep them soft and chewy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 160kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg
