I know you have tried rice crispy treats but have you heard ofFruity Pebbles Treats?! This recipe is easy, and no oven required plus they taste amazing!

top view of fruit pebble treats in a baking dish

Fruity pebbles treats are the fun, exciting cousin torice crispy treats.They are bursting with flavor, yet still have that delicious, gooey marshmallow goodness we all know and love.

I am HERE for a good rice crispy treat remix. Fruity pebble treats combine one of my favorite cereals with a classic dessert and kicks up the flavor in such a good way.They’re bright in color, simple to make, and you don’t have to turn on the oven.Total win.

close up picture of fruity pebble treats on a plate

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Colorful:They are bright and colorful making these treats perfect for a birthday party or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Kid-Friendly: Children love the sweet, fruity flavor and the bright colors AND it’s easy enough for your budding chef to make.
Perfect Sweetness: If you love the original recipe, you will love the combination of thefruit flavorand sweet marshmallows.
Gluten Free:Fruity Pebbles are naturally gluten free. Just double check your marshmallows (not all brands are glute free) and you have a fun treat that everyone can enjoy together.

Ingredients

Butter
Mini Marshmallows
Vanilla Extract
Fruit Pebbles Crispy Cereal:they don’t have to be the famous brand, any of “copy cat” brands work just fine

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

top view of a plate of fruity pebble squares on a plate next to a pan of fruity pebble treats with one on a spatula

How to Make Fruity Pebbles Treats

Step #1.Grease a 9 inch square pan well with butter and set it aside. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step #3.Remove from heat and stir in remaining marshmallows and the Fruity Pebbles. Stir until the cereal is coated and there are no dry pockets.

Step #2.Set aside 1 cup of marshmallows. Add the rest to the butter and reduce the heat to low. Stir constantly until they are all melted.

Step #4.Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and spread out with the spatula, a buttered measuring cup bottom, or wet hands, taking care to not mash it in so it stays fluffy. Let cool 30 minutes then serve.

Recipe FAQs

What size marshmallows should I used when making fruity pebble treats?

I like to use mini marshmallows. If you only have large ones- they will work but using mini marshmallows helps to spread out the flavor more.

How do I prevent fruit pebbles treats from sticking to the pan?

Working with marshmallows is super sticky. I like to spray everything down with non-stick cooking spray. This includes spraying the pan, spatula, mixing bowl, and my hands!

Can you freeze Fruity Pebbles Treats?

Fruity pebbles treats store really well. If you are wanting to freeze a batch for later, just make sure they are completely cooled and stored in an airtight container before placing in the freezer.

Why are my fruity pebbles treats hard?

This could be caused by a couple of culprits. 1. Make sure to use fresh marshmallows to optimize freshness and prevent hard treats. 2. Melt the marshmallows and butter on low heat. If you are melting at a rapid pace, they have the tendency to turn too hard.

Expert Tips

Use fresh marshmallows.Stale ones will still melt but your treats won’t be as gooey.
To cut your squares more easily,spray your knife with non-stick spray.
This recipe works with just about any kind of cereal.Try some of your favorites!