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Easy Graduation Cap Rice Krispie Treat Pops with Dark Chocolate Coating

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These fun and festive Rice Krispie Treat Pops are shaped like graduation caps and coated in rich dark chocolate, perfect for last-minute party snacks that impress.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (or any crispy rice cereal)
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows (about 10 ounces)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 12 ounces dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (60-70% cacao preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
  • Black licorice strings or black candy melts for tassels
  • Mini square-shaped candies or thin pretzel sticks for mortarboard button

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large pot over low heat, melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter. Add 4 cups mini marshmallows and stir constantly until melted and smooth (about 5 minutes). Alternatively, melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional).
  4. Immediately add 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Using a buttered spatula or lightly buttered hands, press mixture evenly into pan about 1-inch thick without pressing too hard.
  6. Let cool and set for about 30 minutes at room temperature. Once firm, cut into 12 equal squares with a sharp knife.
  7. Gently insert a wooden skewer or lollipop stick halfway into each square. Place on parchment paper.
  8. Melt 12 ounces dark chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon coconut or vegetable oil in microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth and glossy.
  9. Dip each Rice Krispie square into melted chocolate, coating completely or just the top. Tap off excess chocolate and set on parchment paper to harden.
  10. While chocolate is wet, place a small square candy or pretzel piece in center for mortarboard button. Use short piece of black licorice or melted black candy to create tassel hanging off side.
  11. Allow chocolate to harden fully at room temperature or chill in fridge for 10–15 minutes.

Notes

Use a buttered spatula or hands to press mixture lightly to keep treats chewy. Melt chocolate with coconut or vegetable oil for shine and smooth coating. Let treats cool before inserting sticks to avoid breaking. Rewarm chocolate gently if it thickens during dipping. Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or refrigerate if warm.

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Keywords: Rice Krispie treats, graduation snacks, party treats, dark chocolate, easy dessert, no bake, kids snacks

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