Rainbow Rice Krispie Treats

1 . Stage

Prepare the pan: Lightly spray an 8 x 8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray. Line the pan with parchment paper that is cut to fit inside the pan with a 1-inch overhanging the sides. This will help you lift the rice krispie treats out of the pan. Lightly spray the parchment paper.

2 . Stage

Melt the marshmallows: Lightly spray a large microwave safe bowl and a silicon spatula with cooking spray. Place 2 1/2 ounces (about 12) marshmallows and 1 tablespoon butter in the bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute or until the marshmallows are big and puffy. Immediately add 1/4 teaspoon vanilla and stir it with the oiled spatula until most of the marshmallows are melted.

3 . Stage

Add food coloring: Stir in 12 drops of red food coloring and 10 drops of blue food coloring, mixing thoroughly until uniform in color.

4 . Stage

Add the cereal: Add 1 1/4 cups cereal and stir to fully incorporate. Scrape the mixture into the prepared pan.

5 . Stage

Spread it into the prepared pan: Lightly spray your hands with cooking spray and spread the colored rice krispies into a thin even layer, covering the whole pan. The parchment paper will move around while you do this. Just try your best to hold it into place or adjust it as needed. Respray your hands if they get sticky. Try to work quickly before the mixture hardens.

6 . Stage

Wash and repeat: Wash and dry the bowl and spatula. Repeat this process starting with step #2 above. You will have 5 more colored layers using the following:  12 drops blue food coloring 12 drops green food coloring 12 drops yellow food coloring 10 drops yellow and 4 drops red food coloring to make orange 12 drops red food coloring

7 . Stage

Cool and slice: Once you’re done with the last layer, which will be red, sprinkle some sea salt on top, if using. Let the rice krispies cool for a minimum of 1 hour, then lift it out of the pan using the overhanging parchment paper. Place it on a cutting board and peel off the parchment paper.  Use a sharp chef’s knife to cut it into 12 pieces and celebrate pride with a big bite of fabulousness. Did you love the recipe? Leave us stars below!