Peeps Rice Krispies Treats

If you’re looking for a colorful Easter treat that’s quick, fun, and kid-approved, these Peeps Rice Krispies Treats are one of our favorites. Whether you’re using up leftover marshmallow chicks or stocking up on extra Easter candy, this recipe transforms them into something even better than ordinary Rice Krispy treats.

Made right in the oven with just 3 simple ingredients this is a great recipe for busy families, last-minute desserts, or getting your kid involved in the kitchen.

We know you either love Peeps or hate them. But when you use them as the marshmallows in a Rice Krispies treat they taste so similar to a marshmallows it is a great way to use them up! Try our Lucky Charm bars for another marshmallow treat.

Give this Rice Krispie treats with peeps a try for a change. This Easter dessert is always a hit.

What stands out

This Peeps Rice Krispies Treats recipe is:

• Made in the oven (no stovetop or low heat needed!)
• Only 3 ingredients
• Quick and easy to prep
• Good for leftover Easter Peeps
• A fun colorful Easter treat everyone loves

Even if you’re not a big fan of Peeps, once they melt into the buttered Rice Krispy mixture they taste just like classic marshmallows!

Ingredients for the dish

• 4 cups cups of Rice Krispies cereal
• 6 tablespoons of butter (cut into thin slices)
• 14–16 Peeps (any color or shape, especially marshmallow chicks)
• Sprinkles (optional, for a festive touch)

Tip: You can swap in fruity or chocolate cereal if you want to change things up!

How to Make

Full directions on how to make this Rice Krispies with Peeps are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post. This is a visual walk through.

Step One: Place your Peeps in a single layer in the bottom of a 9×13 casserole dish.

Step Two: Pour your cereal over the top of the Peeps. Use your hand and spread the cereal out to make it even.

Step Three: Slice your butter and place on top of the cereal. Try to space it out so the butter melts down all over the cereal mixture.

Step Four: Bake in the oven as directed. Then remove and use a silicone spatula to mix the Peeps Rice Krispies up well. Then press into the pan.

Step Five: Add sprinkles if you want and let the cereal bars cool, then slice and serve!

Storing Leftovers

The rice crispy treats can be stored in a covered dish like a sealed container or Ziploc bag. Just make sure if it is in a bag that you remove the air as best as you can.

The treats will store for 4-5 days on the counter, and then begin to go a bit stale. So try to eat your Easter Rice Krispies before they go bad.

Tips for the Best Rice Krispies Treats with Peeps

• Press the mixture firmly so the bars hold their shape
• Let them fully cool before slicing
• Use fresh cereal for the best texture
• Don’t skip evenly spacing the butter—it helps everything melt smoothly

Practical notes

Can we use different Peeps shapes? Yes! Bunnies, chicks, or any seasonal shapes all work the same.

Do they taste like Peeps? Not really—once melted, they taste similar to classic marshmallows used in traditional treats.

Can we make this without the oven? This version is designed for the oven, but you can adapt it to stovetop if you prefer a more traditional method using low heat.

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Ingredients

Makes 9 x13

• 4 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
• 6 tablespoons butter, sliced thin
• 16 Peeps, any shape or size works
• Sprinkles, optional

Equipment

• Cooptop Silicone Spatula Set
• 9×13 Casserole Dish

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a 9×13 pan place your Peeps in a single row in your pan.
3. Then pour the Rice Krispies cereal all over the Peeps. Spread it out to make an even layer.
4. Now slice up your butter thinly and place all over the pan. Spread it out so the butter melts down evenly.
5. Toss in the oven and bake for 7-8 minutes.
6. Remove the mixture and use a silicone spatula and mix up the mixture. The marshmallow Peeps will be nice and melted.
7. Once the mixture is mixed well press the rice crispy treats down in the pan to help it stick together.
8. If you have sprinkles add them on while still warm and lightly press to help them stick. Let it firm up, and then slice and serve!

Kitchen notes

Peeps

– Any size or shape of peeps works for this recipe. Feel free to use a variety of colors or just one. The goal is 14-16 peeps. Cereal – you can use cocoa pebbles, fruity pebbles, or plain rice krispies. Store – Store the bars in a sealed container or bag.