Description
Looking for a fun, colorful dessert that’s perfect for kids and parties? These Cotton Candy Rice Krispies Twists are your answer! This easy recipe combines the nostalgic sweetness of cotton candy with the crispy texture of puffed rice cereal, all wrapped into pink, lollipop-style treats that steal the show. Whether you need quick breakfast ideas, birthday party food, easy recipes for kids, or just something playful for dessert, this treat delivers on flavor and fun. These no-bake delights are perfect for themed events, snacks on the go, or festive gifts.
Ingredients
4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups mini marshmallows
1/2 teaspoon cotton candy extract
Pink gel food coloring (optional)
1 cup pink candy melts
12 wooden skewers or lollipop sticks
Non-stick spray or butter
Parchment or wax paper
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add mini marshmallows and stir until fully melted.
2. Stir in cotton candy extract and a few drops of pink gel food coloring until evenly mixed.
3. In a large bowl, pour marshmallow mix over Rice Krispies and fold with a spatula until fully coated.
4. Let mixture cool slightly. Grease hands, then form small portions onto skewers into twist shapes.
5. Place on wax/parchment paper and let set for 20–30 minutes.
6. Melt pink candy melts in microwave-safe bowl per package instructions.
7. Dip each twist into candy coating, allow excess to drip, then place back on paper to set.
8. Serve once coating is firm or store in airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
Grease your hands and utensils to prevent sticking and make shaping the twists much easier.
Use gel food coloring for vivid color without altering the mixture’s texture.
You can swap cotton candy extract with bubblegum or strawberry for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: rice krispies, cotton candy, kid-friendly, no-bake, party treats, pink desserts