Description
Sweet, playful, and bursting with nostalgia, these Cotton Candy Rice Krispies Twists are the perfect no-bake treat for parties, celebrations, or a fun afternoon with the kids. Made with gooey marshmallows, crunchy puffed rice cereal, and flavored with a hint of cotton candy extract, they deliver a carnival-inspired flavor in every colorful bite. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, fun dessert recipes, or unique party snacks, these eye-catching twists are a must-try. They’re also great for gifting or themed baby showers—beautiful, delicious, and incredibly easy to make!
Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
4 cups mini marshmallows
½ teaspoon cotton candy extract
6 cups puffed rice cereal
¾ cup pink and white candy pearls or melts
12 lollipop sticks or skewers
Instructions
1. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter completely.
2. Stir in the mini marshmallows and continue stirring until fully melted and smooth.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the cotton candy extract. Adjust to taste if needed.
4. Fold in the puffed rice cereal, ensuring everything is coated with the marshmallow mixture.
5. Lightly grease your hands with butter or non-stick spray. Take a handful of the mixture and shape it around a lollipop stick into a twist or log shape.
6. While still slightly warm, press or roll the twists in candy pearls or drizzle with melted candy melts.
7. Allow the twists to cool and set fully before serving.
Notes
Grease your hands or use food-safe gloves to make shaping easier.
Store twists in an airtight container for up to 3 days—no refrigeration needed.
For a color twist, try blue candy melts or pastel sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: no bake dessert, cotton candy treats, kids party snacks, fun food ideas