I absolutely love making rice crispie cakes—they’re such a fun and easy activity, especially when you’ve got little ones running around. For young kids, it doesn’t matter if they sneak a taste of the mixture before it’s all put together. And let’s be honest, toddlers don’t exactly handle waiting patiently for baked goods, so the instant gratification factor is a huge plus. Plus, these treats look super cute when shaped like little nests, which makes them perfect for Easter. We usually whip these up during the holiday season—it’s almost become a family tradition at this point. They’re also a great way to use up any leftover chocolate you might have lying around.
Our favorite version involves marshmallows, but since it’s not Easter right now, I thought I’d try something a bit lighter—no chocolate involved. Surprisingly, these turned out even sweeter than usual! The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity; it uses just four basic ingredients: cereal, golden syrup, sugar, and butter. You probably already have everything you need in your pantry. If you prefer, you can swap out the rice crispies for cornflakes too. Here’s how it goes:
- **Ingredients**:
- 6 oz (180g) Rice Crispies
- 8 tsps (140g) Golden Syrup
- 2 tsp (30g) Sugar
- 2 tsp (30g) Butter
- **Instructions**:
1. Melt the butter, golden syrup, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat until fully combined.
2. Stir in the rice crispies until evenly coated.
3. Divide the mixture into cupcake cases or small molds.
4. Place them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set.
Once they were done, my girls couldn’t resist adding their own touch. They insisted on making them pink by mixing in a bit of icing, finishing off with a sprinkle of chocolate stars. Honestly, they looked adorable—and the girls loved them just as much as they do!
While the cakes were cooling, the girls also demanded hot chocolate, their absolute favorite treat ever since watching *The Polar Express*. They even made me play the movie and dance along while I prepared it. Hot chocolate is always better with an extra spoonful of sugar and a dash of chocolate stars sprinkled on top. It’s the little extras that make all the difference, right?
All in all, it was such a fun afternoon filled with creativity, laughter, and a touch of sweetness. Whether it’s for Easter or just a random Tuesday, these rice crispie cakes are sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces.
P.S. This post is sponsored, but the joy of baking with my kids is entirely my own. 😊
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