Froot Loop Cereal Bars are a fun fruity twist on the classic Rice Krispie treats, easily made in minutes using only butter, marshmallows, and Froot Loops.
This no-bake cereal snack is packed with bright colors, all coated in sticky marshmallow that stretches into white strands when pulled apart.
Fruit Loops Cereal Bars
Froot Loops Cereal Bars take the traditional Rice Krispie marshmallow treat and transform it into colorful, crunchy, chewy, sweet fruit loop snacks.
Filled with all the fun fruit loop flavors of my favorite childhood cereal, these fruit loop bars taste like the best bite of breakfast when you don’t have time to sit down with a bowl!
This simple recipe can easily be made in minutes, using only 3 ingredients that are mixed together and pressed into a pan. Pack one in a lunchbox or makes for a great after-school snack, these fruit loop treats are the ultimate rainbow snacks to hand out to the team.
Why We Love This Marshmallow Froot Loops Bars
- Quick and easy to make in 10 minutes.
- Only uses 3 ingredients.
- Kids will love eating these colorful little crunchy froot loop bars.
- Rainbow loops are great for Pride Day, Unicorn parties, St. Patrick’s Day, or any celebration.
- Perfectly portable for picnics, potlucks, birthday parties, or any time you crave a delicious dessert.
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Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- Mini marshmallows
- Froot Loops cereal
Substitutions and Additions
- Create More Color: You can add some sprinkles as a topping to your fruit loop crispy treats or mix some in with the cereal. Or add a drizzle of white chocolate after you press them in the pan.
- Cereal Swaps: Feel free to use this fruit loop recipe to create your own custom cereal creation! Other colorful “fruity” cereals to try are Trix, Lucky Charms, Fruity Pebbles, Very Berry Cheerios, Apple Jacks, Berry Froot Loops, or the limited edition flavors tat appear around the holidays.
- Birthday Bars: For a fun and festive birthday themed bar, dip half of a fruit loop treats in white chocolate and coat it with rainbow sprinkles.
- Vegan Version: To make vegan fruit loop crispy treats, use vegan butter and vegan mini marshmallows and make sure to check the box of your Fruit Loop ingredients.
Recommended Tools
- Large pot
- Measuring tools
- Spatula
- 8×8 inch baking pan
How to Make Fruit Loop Cereal Bars
This super simple recipe can be made in minutes by mixing melted butter with fruit loops and marshmallows to create a crunchy sweet treat. Perfect for summer snacking, it’s always fun to enjoy the fruity taste of Froot Loops in the form of a grab-and-go bar.
- Make The Mixture: Melt the butter, add the mini marshmallows, and mix until melted. Remove from the heat and stir in the cereal and additional marshmallows until coated.
- Press Into The Pan: Press mixture into a greased baking pan. Cool completely and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Serve: Slice into squares and serve. Enjoy!
Tips From Our Recipe Developer
- Do not overheat your marshmallows. If marshmallows get too hot, the sugar will begin to caramelize, thereby making your too treats hard instead of gooey.
- For best results, use fresh marshmallows.
Storage Tips
- To Store: Your Fruit Loop Treat Bars will stay fresh for 2-3 days if stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- To Freeze: These bars can be wrapped and frozen in freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. To thaw, set the treats on your counter for at least 1 hour before unwrapping them.
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Fruit Loop Treat Bars
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 12 ounces mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Fruit Loops
Instructions
- In a large pot on medium-low heat melt the butter, stirring continually. Immediately add the mini marshmallows and mix until melted.
- Remove from the heat and gently stir in the cereal and remaining marshmallows until coated.
- Press mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Cool completely and refrigerate for at least an hour. Slice into squares and serve.
Jenn’s Notes
- To Store: Your Fruit Loop Treat Bars will stay fresh for 2-3 days if stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- To Freeze: These bars can be wrapped and frozen in freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. To thaw, set the treats on your counter for at least 1 hour before un-wrapping them.
- Do not overheat your marshmallows. If marshmallows get too hot, the sugar will begin to caramelize, thereby making your too treats hard instead of gooey.
- For best results, use fresh marshmallows.
