Name: Lucky Charms Treats
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup salted butter.; 16 ounces mini marshmallows.; 10.5 ounces Lucky Charms cereal (8 cups).

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Let me share one of my favorite no-bake treats that always brings smiles - Lucky Charms Treats! I love how these combine the magic of Lucky Charms cereal with gooey marshmallow bars. They're super quick to make and bring out the kid in everyone who tries them.

Why You'll Love Making These

This recipe couldn't be simpler. You just melt some marshmallows and butter together then fold in the cereal. The result is this amazing combination of soft chewy bars packed with those colorful little marshmallows we all love picking out of the box.

What You'll Need

Lucky Charms: Six cups fresh from the box those marshmallows should be bright and colorful.
Butter: Three tablespoons make sure it's room temperature.
Mini Marshmallows: Four cups nice and fresh no hard ones.

Let's Make Some Magic

Start Melting: Get your butter and marshmallows melting over medium-low heat keep stirring until smooth.
Mix In The Cereal: Take it off the heat fold in your Lucky Charms make sure every piece gets coated.
Into The Pan: Press it all into a greased 9x13 pan don't pack it too tight.
Cool And Cut: Let them set up for a couple hours then cut into squares.

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Kids Go Crazy For These

My kids' eyes light up every time I make these. There's something about those colorful marshmallows and that stretchy marshmallow pull that gets them every time. They're perfect for lunchboxes or after-school treats.

Perfect Party Treats

These are my go-to for parties and potlucks. They're easy to transport look so festive on a platter and disappear fast. Everyone loves that nostalgic Lucky Charms taste in treat form.

Make Them Your Own

Sometimes I mix things up by adding white chocolate chips or fun sprinkles. During holidays I'll color coordinate everything make them red and green for Christmas or pastels for spring. Get creative that's what makes it fun.

Quick and Easy

I love that these come together in about 15 minutes no oven needed. Perfect for those busy days when you need something sweet but don't have much time.

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Picking Your Pan

A 9x13 pan gives you nice sized bars but sometimes I use my 8x8 for thicker treats. Just remember to grease your pan well nothing worse than treats that stick.

Don't Pack Too Tight

Here's my secret use a light touch when pressing them into the pan. Too much pressure makes them dense and hard. We want them soft and chewy.

Switch It Up

Need to make these dairy free? Try plant based butter. Want to try different cereals? Go for it! The basic recipe works with pretty much any cereal you love.

No More Sticky Mess

That marshmallow mixture can be super sticky. I always spray my spatula and hands with cooking spray makes everything so much easier. Trust me on this one.

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Extra Pretty Touches

I like saving some of those colorful marshmallows to press into the top. Makes them look extra special and ensures every piece has plenty of those lucky marshmallows.

Keeping Them Fresh

These stay good for about a week in an airtight container. I separate layers with parchment paper keeps them from sticking together. They'll stay soft and chewy if stored right.

About Freezing

While you can freeze these I usually don't. The cereal loses some of its crunch. But if you need to freeze just wrap them really well and know they might be a little different when thawed.

Size Matters

Cut them big or small whatever works for you. I use a sharp knife sprayed with cooking spray makes nice clean cuts. Sometimes I'll do bite size pieces for parties.

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Dress Them Up

Want to make them extra special? Try drizzling some melted chocolate on top. White chocolate tinted to match those lucky marshmallows looks so pretty.

Always A Hit

These treats have saved me so many times when I needed a quick dessert. They always look festive and who doesn't love Lucky Charms? Kids and grown ups both go crazy for them.

Fixing Common Problems

If your mixture starts setting too fast just warm it up again. Taking your time melting the marshmallows helps everything mix better. And remember less is more when pressing them into the pan.

Sweet Memories

There's something magical about these Lucky Charms Treats. Maybe it's those colorful marshmallows or the sweet memories they bring back. Whatever it is they never fail to make people smile and isn't that what treats are all about?

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why not press the mixture too hard?: Pressing too firmly will compact the cereal, making the treats dense and hard. Gentle pressing keeps them light and chewy.
→ How should I store these treats?: Store in the pan covered tightly with foil or plastic wrap for up to 5-7 days. This keeps them fresh and prevents them from drying out.
→ Why use medium-low heat?: Medium-low heat prevents the marshmallows from scorching and ensures even melting. Stir constantly for best results.
→ Why grease the pan?: Greasing the pan prevents the treats from sticking and makes them easier to remove and cut into squares.
→ Can I use unsalted butter?: Yes, but add 1/2 teaspoon salt to balance the sweetness if using unsalted butter.

Lucky Charms Treats