Rice Krispie Easter eggs are a popular treat because they are easy to make and fun to decorate. They also have a delicious crispy texture and sweet flavor that appeals to both kids and adults. Plus, they are a great way to get into the spirit of Easter and celebrate the holiday with a homemade treat. One of my favorite things about the holidays is the treats! I have fond memories of my entire family packed in the kitchen baking treats. I think your whole family will love these adorable Rice Krispie Easter Eggs with a hidden surprise inside. They are so simple to make; the entire family can join in.
This post was first published in March 2014. I have added a printable recipe card and republished it for my new readers to enjoy these treats in fun Easter Egg shapes.
When your little cuties open the plastic Easter eggs, they will find a Rice Krispies treat shaped egg inside and then when they take a bite, they will find a candy or a hidden surprise of your choice! Kids always love to be surprised. So, the idea that amongst the eggs is one holding an even bigger surprise is sure to be a hit. So, how do you make these Easter Egg Rice Krispies Treats? You can find step by step directions below.
Easter Egg Rice Krispie Treats Recipe (With Surprise Center)
You’ll Need:
- 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal
- 3 Tbsp. butter
- 1 10 oz bag of marshmallows
- plastic eggs (size of your choosing)
- candy of your choice (such as jelly beans, M&Ms, Cadbury chocolate eggs, etc. for the hidden surprise in the center)
How To Make Rice Krispies Easter Eggs:
-Clean plastic Easter eggs.
-Coat the inside of eggs with cooking spray or butter.
-Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a in a large pot over medium heat.
-Add the package of marshmallows to the pot and melt down completely as you stir.
-Remove from heat.
-Add 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal to the pot and stir the marshmallow mixture well.
-Once the Rice Krispies mixture is completely combined, add mixture loosely into each half of the plastic egg.
-Use your thumb or a spoon to press down and hollow a bowl/hole on each side of the egg.
-Drop in a few candies of your choice.
-Stick the ends together and close the egg.
-Let your Easter rice krispie treats sit for about 20 minutes. After they have cooled you can open your eggs to find a molded Easter egg with a special treat inside!
These Rice Krispies Easter Eggs with a hidden surprise are so easy and inexpensive to make and they add that additional holiday flare that will make your Easter even more memorable! You can see step by step photos of the process over at HansenandHeidelberg.
Printable Recipe Card For Rice Krispie Easter Egg Treats:
Rice Krispie Easter Eggs With Surprise
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 package (10 oz., about 40) Marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Non-stick spray or melted butter
Instructions
- Spray the interior of the eggs until evenly coated with non-stick spray
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
- Add the Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until well coated.
- Using buttered hands, firmly press cereal mixture into plastic Easter eggs. Fill each half of the plastic egg with the mixture, but leave an indentation in the centers.
- Place a few candies in the center and close plastic eggs together.
- Allow to cool completely and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Rice Krispie Easter Eggs With Surprise
Serves: 12
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Amount Per Serving: 1 egg
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| Calories | 150.12 kcal | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 10.81 g | 15.4% | |
| Saturated Fat 6.61 g | 30% | |
| Trans Fat 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol 27.88 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium 78.32 mg | 3.3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.83 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0.06 g | 0% | |
| Sugars | ||
| Protein 1.1 g | ||
| Vitamin A 253.41 µg | Vitamin C 9.18 mg | |
| Calcium 3.86 mg | Iron 4.41 mg | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Family Focus Blog
Here are a few additional ideas for your Rice Krispie Easter Eggs
- Spray the outside of the Rice Krispie treats with edible gold spray. Now you have a Golden rice Krispies Easter egg!
- You can never go wrong with sprinkles (or at least in my book), dust a few Spring-themed sprinkles like these from Wilton over the outside of the Rice Krispie Eggs to give it a charming touch!
- Blue Skies Ahead Blog went the extra mile with their Easter egg shapes by dipping them in chocolate and of course dusting sprinkles over their Rice Krispie Easter eggs!
Conclusion
This easy dessert is such a fun fun way to add extra cheer to the an Easter Egg Hunt or Easter baskets. Rice Krispie Easter eggs are a fun and festive treat and you only need a few simple ingredients to make them. Do you prefer the classical Easter egg or do you like to do something different every year? Have you ever made Rice Krispie Eggs before? We’d love to hear the creative ways you make your Easter eggs in the comments below.
You can also put your rice krispies easter eggs in these cute little DIY Easter treat holders. And enjoy these simple Easter treat recipes.
Elsa says
Certainly! These Rice crispie egg treats are so cute and the surprise in the middle is so fun.
Germaine says
I love the texture of the crispy rice cereal in these easy easter desserts. Thanks for the recipe!
Repeater says
Rice Krispie Easter Eggs with surprise are like a deliciously delightful Easter treasure hunt in every bite! These treats combine the classic crunch of Rice Krispies with the excitement of discovering hidden surprises inside. It’s amazing how something so simple can bring so much joy and anticipation to Easter celebrations. Let’s get cracking and create some egg-citing memories with these sweet treats