Ingredients
Scale
To make these sweet, crunchy, and colorful treats, you’ll need:
- ½ cup butter
- 1 (16-ounce) package miniature marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional, for added depth of flavor)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cake mix with candy bits (such as Pillsbury® Funfetti®)
- 5 cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®), divided
- 2 cups fruit-flavored breakfast cereal (such as Post® Fruity Pebbles®), divided
- 1 pinch sea salt (for a sweet-salty balance)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pan
- Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Make the Marshmallow Mixture
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat, stirring frequently.
- Cook until the butter turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in marshmallows and cook until melted, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add bourbon (if using) and 1 teaspoon salt; stir until fully combined.
- Mix in Funfetti cake mix until dissolved; remove pot from heat.
Step 3: Combine the Cereals
- Stir ½ of the Rice Krispies® cereal and ½ of the Fruity Pebbles® cereal into the marshmallow mixture, mixing well.
- Add the remaining Rice Krispies® and Fruity Pebbles®, and mix until evenly coated.
Step 4: Transfer and Set
- Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt for a sweet-salty balance.
- Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 317 per serving