Circus Animal Rice Krispie Treats

These no-bake Circus Animal Cookie Rice Krispie Treats are a quick and easy dessert for any occasion!!

When it comes to desserts, Rice Krispie treats are one of the easiest! It's also a great basic recipe that's easy to change up with added ingredients. For example, these Circus Animal Rice Krispie Treats are packed with fluffy, gooey marshmallows for a chewy texture, and bits of chocolate and crushed Circus Animal Cookies for that iconic flavor in every bite. This is a fun and simple no-bake treat that the kids will love to help with! 

To make these scrumptious Circus Animal Cookie Rice Krispie Treats, you will need a few simple ingredients: butter, Rice Krispies cereal, Circus Animal Cookies, white chocolate chips, and of course, marshmallows! These optional (but fun) ingredients are recommended: red food coloring, candy melts, and  rainbow sprinkles. You will also need a large saucepan and 9x13 baking dish.

In a large saucepan, melt the butter and then add marshmallows and stir until smooth. Remove pan from heat and add in vanilla and a little bit of red food coloring to give it a pink tint. Next, add Rice Krispies cereal, crushed Circus Animal Cookies, white chocolate chips, and  rainbow sprinkles! 

Stir all of the ingredients together until evenly combined, and then add in extra mini marshmallows. These will make the treats extra chewy and delicious!

Pour the mixture into a 9x13 baking dish lined with parchment paper. For best results, lightly grease the parchment paper with cooking spray. Gently flatten the treats with a rubber spatula, or grease your hands first and then use your fingers. 

Melt pink and white candy melts, and drizzle over the top of the treats. While the drizzle is still warm, top the treats with 12 whole Circus Animal Cookies and more rainbow sprinkles!

Let the treats sit on the counter to cool completely, which takes about an hour.

Remove the treats from the baking dish, and cut them into 12 equal-sized bars. Store the Circus Animal Cookie Rice Krispie Treats in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Circus Animal Cookie Rice Krispie Treats

Servings: 12 bars
Prep Time: 15 minutes

Setting Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

• 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• 16 oz mini marshmallows
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Red food coloring (optional)
• 7 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 2 - 9 oz Circus Animal Cookies
  4 cups chopped, 12 whole cookies for topping
• ½ cup white chocolate chips
• 3 Tablespoons rainbow sprinkles
• Candy Melts - white, pink, hot pink

Directions:

1. Line a 9x13 baking dish with lightly greased parchment paper and set aside.
2. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat and add in the salt.
3. Separate 1 ½ cups of marshmallows and set aside for later. Pour the rest of the marshmallows into the saucepan and stir continuously until melted. Do not overheat.
4. Remove the mixture from heat and stir in the vanilla and food coloring. Stir until you get a nice pink color. Add more coloring, a drop at a time, if needed.
5. Fold in the cereal, crushed Circus Animal Cookies, chocolate chips, and sprinkles until all are covered in the melted marshmallow mixture.
6. Add the extra mini marshmallows, and gently fold until combined.
7. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and lightly flatten into an even, loosely-packed layer.
8. Melt the white and pink candy melts in separate, microwave-safe bowls in 30-second intervals. Stir well after each interval until completely melted and smooth.
9. Drizzle the white and pink candy melts over the top of the treats.
10. Immediately top with whole cookies and extra sprinkles.
11. Allow the treats to cool for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
12. Remove the treats from the baking dish, and slice into 12 evenly-sized bars.

Tips: 

• Storage: These treats are best when enjoyed the same day, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Do NOT refrigerate.

Not only are these Circus Animal Rice Krispie Treats SO easy to make, and would be a fun addition to a Barbie-themed party or baby shower! If you decide to give this recipe a try, I'd love to hear all about it! Please share your creations on Instagram, Facebook, or leave a comment/photo on the project pin on Pinterest!

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