Cherry Vanilla Crispy Treat Cupcakes

February 10, 2020

Pittsburgh Parent,

Recipe by Chelsie Jangord

Crispy Treat Cupcakes Ingredients

1 10oz bag of Dandies Mini Marshmallows
5 cups crisp rice cereal
2 Tbsp vegan margarine (we like Earth Balance)
2 Tbsp coconut oil

Frosting Ingredients

1/2 cup vegan margarine (we like Earth Balance)
3–4 cups powdered sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp of fresh minced cherries
A couple drops of pink food coloring (optional)

Get down with the cuteness! Cherry Vanilla frosting pairs beautifully on crispy rice treats shaped like cupcakes!

Instructions

Make the crispy rice treat mixture: In a microwave safe bowl, combine Dandies, margarine, and coconut oil. In 30 second intervals, with a quick stir between each, microwave until marshmallows are fully melted. Mix in cereal and stir until evenly coated with marshmallow cream. Press mixture into lined cupcake pan. Let cool and then frost!

Frosting

In a stand mixer combine 1/2 cup margarine, vanilla, cherries, powdered sugar, and food coloring. Mix until throughly combined. Add more powdered sugar, if needed to reach desired consistency.