This is a quick and easy party snack that you can whip up at short notice! This is also a great recipe for the kids to help with, and there are two different variations.

Rice Krispies Squares

Ingredients:

• 30ml margarine
• 35 pink marshmallows
• 300ml Rice Krispies

Method:

Microwave the margarine in a large bowl for 1 minute. Add the marshmallows and microwave for a further 3 minutes. Add the Rice Krispies and mix well.

Press the mixture into a 20cm x 20cm baking pan and allow to cool. Cut into squares.

Chocolate Rice Krispie Squares

Ingredients

• 30ml margarine
• 35 white marshmallows
• 100g milk chocolate, broken into pieces
• 300ml Rice Krispies

Method:

Microwave the margarine in a large bowl for 1 minute. Add the marshmallows and milk chocolate and microwave for +/-3 minutes. Add the Rice Krispies and mix well.

Press into a 20cm x 20cm baking pan and allow to cool. Cut into squares.

Source: Easy Party Treats for Children by Janette Mocke.