Introduction

Captain Crunch Marshmallow Krispies are a fun and nostalgic twist on the classic treat. Combining the sweet crunch of Captain Crunch Berries with gooey melted marshmallows, this snack is perfect for parties or an easy dessert.

The image shows a thick square snack bar made of colorful cereal pieces in red, green, purple, and orange colors, mixed with small pretzels and a white marshmallow-like binding, forming two thick layers stacked on top of each other. The texture looks soft and slightly sticky with bits of cereal and pretzels visible throughout. The bar is placed on a plain white plate, sitting on a black and white checkered cloth with a few pretzels and colorful round cereal pieces scattered around it. The background is a white marbled surface with more similar snack bars slightly blurred in the distance. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
6 cups (10 ounce bag) mini marshmallows, divided
6 cups Captain Crunch Berries cereal

Instructions

Step 1: Spray a 13 x 9 inch pan with nonstick spray to prepare it for the cereal mixture.
Step 2: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter.
Step 3: Add 5 cups of mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until completely melted and smooth. Then turn off the heat and remove the pot from the stove.
Step 4: Stir in 6 cups of Captain Crunch Berries cereal and the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows until everything is evenly combined.
Step 5: Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan, pressing down gently. Use a buttered spatula or nonstick spray on your hands to prevent sticking while spreading.
Step 6: Let the mixture cool and set at room temperature before cutting into squares and serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the melted marshmallow mixture.
Substitute the Captain Crunch Berries with your favorite crunchy cereal if desired.
To make handling easier, lightly butter your hands or use a spatula when pressing the mixture into the pan.

Storage

Store the Captain Crunch Marshmallow Krispies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Avoid refrigerating as it can make them hard. To refresh slightly, microwave individual pieces for 5–10 seconds if they become too firm.

How to Serve

A thick square treat composed of five visible layers stacked evenly, each layer showing a mix of bright cereal pieces in colors like yellow, red, purple, green, and blue, combined with small pretzel shapes and puffed grains, all held together by a shiny, creamy white coating that adds a sticky texture. The top and sides reveal clusters of the colorful cereal and pretzels tightly packed, and the treat is set upright on a white plate, on top of a black and white checked cloth with a few loose pretzels and colorful cereal balls scattered nearby, all placed on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular-sized marshmallows instead of mini?

Yes, you can use regular marshmallows, but it’s best to chop them into smaller pieces so they melt evenly and blend well with the cereal.

How do I prevent the treats from sticking to my hands while shaping?

Lightly butter your hands or spray them with nonstick cooking spray before pressing the mixture into the pan. This will make handling the sticky mixture much easier.

Captain Crunch Marshmallow Krispies Recipe

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Captain Crunch Marshmallow Krispies are a fun and nostalgic twist on classic rice crispy treats, replacing rice cereal with crunchy Captain Crunch Berries. These sweet, colorful bars are melted with butter and mini marshmallows for a delightfully chewy and crispy snack that’s perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or a quick treat.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 12–16 squares 1x
Category: Snack
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
6 cups (10 ounce bag) mini marshmallows, divided
6 cups Captain Crunch Berries cereal

Instructions

Prepare the pan: Spray a 13 x 9 inch baking pan with nonstick spray to prevent sticking and set aside.
Melt the butter and marshmallows: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add 5 cups of mini marshmallows, stirring continually until fully melted and smooth. Then remove the pot from heat.
Add the cereal and remaining marshmallows: Add 6 cups of Captain Crunch Berries cereal and 1 cup of mini marshmallows to the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir thoroughly until the cereal and marshmallows are well combined and evenly coated.
Transfer and shape: Immediately pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Use a buttered spatula or lightly buttered hands to gently press the mixture down to make a compact and uniform layer.
Cool and cut: Allow the mixture to cool and set completely at room temperature. Once firm, cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Use nonstick spray or butter on your spatula or hands to prevent sticking when spreading the mixture.
You can substitute the Captain Crunch Berries with your favorite Captain Crunch cereal variant.
Store leftover treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
For an extra festive look, consider adding colorful sprinkles before the mixture sets.

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