Dessert for 24
Cereal Marshmallow Treats
$2.02for 425 minServes 24
These chewy cereal bars combine vanilla marshmallows and butter, then cool in a pan for a colorful no-bake dessert.
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Butter, 2.5 oz$0.40/oz typical | 2.5 oz | $1.00Typical price |
 | Marshmallows and candy, 30 oz$0.25/oz typical | 30 oz | $7.50Typical price |
 | Cereal and granola, 18 oz$0.20/oz typical | 18 oz | $3.60Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $12.15 | ||
Swaps
- Swap butter for margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Cornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoa
Not included in the cost.
- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 24servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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Typical price
$0.51 per serving$2.02 for 4
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Ingredients
- 10 tbsp butter (optional)
- 3 bags (10 oz) mini marshmallow
- 12 cups fruity pebble cereal
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Steps
- Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat for 2 minutes.
- Add the marshmallows, vanilla, and salt, then stir for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Remove the pot from the heat and fold in the cereal until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into a 9-by-13-inch pan within 3 minutes.
- Cool the treats in the pan for 15 minutes before cutting.
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