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Easy Mini Football Rice Krispie Treats | Best Game Day Snack

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These mini football-shaped Rice Krispie treats are the perfect game day snack. Quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients, they’re a crowd-pleaser that will disappear in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
  • 1 package (10 ounces) regular marshmallows (about 40 large or 4 cups mini)
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
  • 1 can (16 ounces) white frosting (or homemade buttercream)
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or shortening (optional, for thinning frosting)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish or a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Leave some overhang on the sides so you can lift the treats out later. Lightly grease the parchment paper with a little butter or nonstick spray. Also, grease a large mixing bowl and set it aside.
  2. Melt the butter. Place the 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Let it melt slowly, swirling the pan occasionally. Don’t rush this step—if the butter gets too hot, it can brown, which will change the flavor of your treats. You want it just melted, not sizzling. This takes about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the marshmallows. Once the butter is fully melted, pour in the entire package of marshmallows. Stir constantly with your wooden spoon or silicone spatula until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth. This usually takes about 4-5 minutes. Keep the heat on medium-low—if you turn it up too high, the marshmallows can scorch. You’ll know it’s ready when the mixture is glossy and flows off the spoon like thick honey.
  4. Season and combine. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the ¼ teaspoon of salt if you’re using it. Now, add the 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal all at once. Fold the cereal into the marshmallow mixture gently but thoroughly. Use a folding motion—lift the mixture from the bottom and turn it over, scraping the sides as you go. It should take about 2 minutes to get everything evenly coated. Don’t overmix, or the cereal will start to break down and your treats will be dense instead of light an…
  5. Let it cool slightly. Pour the mixture onto the prepared parchment paper. Spread it out into an even layer using your spatula or a butter knife. Let it sit for about 5 minutes—just until it’s cool enough to handle but still warm and pliable. If it cools too much, it will become difficult to shape. You want it warm, not hot.
  6. Shape the footballs. Lightly butter your hands (this is crucial—don’t skip this step). Take about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball, then gently shape it into an oval football shape. It doesn’t have to be perfect—actually, a slightly irregular shape looks more authentic. Place each shaped football on the greased baking sheet or in the greased bowl. Repeat until all the mixture is used. You should get about 20-24 footballs, depending on how big you make them. If the mixture sta…
  7. Let them set. Once all the footballs are shaped, let them sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes to firm up. Don’t refrigerate them—this can make them too hard and brittle. Room temperature is perfect.
  8. Add the laces. While the footballs are setting, prepare your frosting. If you’re using canned frosting, give it a good stir. If it seems too thick to pipe, stir in 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil or shortening to thin it out. Spoon the frosting into a piping bag or a small zip-top bag. If using a zip-top bag, snip off a tiny corner—like, really tiny, about 1/8 inch. Pipe two short parallel lines down the center of each football, then pipe two or three short crosswise lines to create the lace pattern…
  9. Final set. Let the frosting set for about 10 minutes before serving or storing. This keeps the laces from smudging when you stack the footballs or pack them for a party.

Notes

Butter your hands generously before shaping to prevent sticking. If the mixture cools too much and becomes hard to shape, microwave it for 10 seconds to warm it up. The treats are best made a day ahead; add the frosting laces the morning of the event for a fresh look. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Do not refrigerate.

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