Slow Cooker Pastel Marshmallow Treats
Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 1–2 hours Servings: 12–16 bars
Why You Will Love This Recipe
There is something magical about the slow cooker—it transforms basic ingredients into something spectacular with almost zero effort. This recipe is a vibrant twist on a classic childhood favorite. Using pastel marshmallows gives these treats a whimsical, spring-like look that makes them perfect for parties, bake sales, or a special weekend surprise.
Because this recipe uses a slow cooker, you don't have to worry about marshmallows scorching on the stovetop or the mixture hardening too quickly while you try to stir in your add-ins. It is a gentle, consistent heat that produces a perfectly stretchy, gooey marshmallow base every single time.
The 4 Simple Pantry Ingredients
To make this recipe, you only need four items that you likely already have in your kitchen:
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Pastel Mini Marshmallows (16 oz): These provide the sweetness, the gooey texture, and the beautiful soft colors.
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Rice Cereal (6 cups): Crispy rice cereal provides the essential crunch that balances out the soft marshmallows.
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Salted Butter (1/2 cup): The fat that keeps the treats soft and adds a necessary hint of savory flavor to cut through the sugar.
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Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon): A simple addition that elevates the flavor profile from “sweet” to “gourmet.”
