Description
Valentine’s Day Rice Krispie Treat Cupcakes are the perfect way to celebrate love with a delightful twist on a classic treat. These charming cupcakes feature a lovely pink hue from strawberry cake mix, making them visually appealing for any romantic occasion. With their easy preparation and endless customization options, these sweets are sure to become a favorite at your Valentine’s Day gathering. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy dinner for two or hosting a fun party with friends, these adorable cupcakes will undoubtedly steal the spotlight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tbsp butter
- 10 oz bag marshmallows
- 1/2 cup dry strawberry cake mix (or any preferred flavor)
- 5–6 cups rice krispie cereal
- For icing: 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tsp water
- Topping: gummy candy hearts
Instructions
- Grease a cupcake pan thoroughly.
- In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter.
- Once melted, add marshmallows and stir until fully melted.
- Mix in the dry cake mix and remove from heat.
- Stir in rice krispies until coated in marshmallow mixture.
- Spoon into cupcake sections and lightly press down.
- Allow to cool completely before icing.
- For icing, beat together butter and shortening until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar, followed by vanilla and water until desired consistency is reached.
- Decorate each cupcake with icing and top with gummy hearts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (55g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg