3 Lucky Charms Cereal St. Patrick’s Day Treats

Here’s are three simple recipes for Lucky Charms-infused St. Patrick’s Day treats! —Noa Nichol

Lucky Charms Cereal Squares

Ingredients:

• 6 cups Lucky Charms cereal
• 4 cups mini marshmallows
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions:

1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Once the butter is melted, add the mini marshmallows to the pot and stir continuously until they are completely melted and smooth.
4. Remove the pot from heat and quickly stir in the Lucky Charms cereal until it is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down evenly with a spatula or greased hands.
6. Let the treats cool and set for about 30 minutes.
7. Once cooled and set, cut the treats into squares or desired shapes using a sharp knife.
8. Serve and enjoy your delicious Lucky Charms St. Patrick’s Day treats!

Lucky Charms Milkshake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1 cup Lucky Charms cereal
• 1 cup milk (adjust to desired thickness)
• Whipped cream (optional)
• Additional Lucky Charms cereal for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, Lucky Charms cereal, and milk.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
3. Pour the milkshake into glasses.
4. Top with whipped cream if desired.
5. Garnish with additional Lucky Charms cereal on top for an extra festive touch.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Lucky Charms milkshake!

Lucky Charms Snack Mix

Ingredients:

• 4 cups Lucky Charms cereal
• 2 cups pretzel twists
• 1 cup green candy melts or white candy melts with green food coloring
• 1/2 cup green M&M’s or other green candy (optional)
• Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the Lucky Charms cereal and pretzel twists.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the green candy melts according to the package instructions, stirring until smooth.
4. Pour the melted candy melts over the cereal and pretzel mixture, then gently toss until evenly coated.
5. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
6. If using, sprinkle the green M&M’s or other green candy over the top of the mixture.
7. Allow the snack mix to cool and the candy coating to set, about 20-30 minutes.
8. Once set, break the snack mix into smaller clusters.
9. If desired, add additional sprinkles for extra color and fun.
10. Transfer the snack mix to a serving bowl or package in individual bags for easy sharing.
11. Enjoy your delicious and festive Lucky Charms snack mix!