Trix Candy Apples
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A fun alternative to candy apples, these Trix treats on a stick are a delicious twist on Rice Krispie treats!
Trix Marshmallow Treats Recipe
Since my daughter was 2 or 3 years old, we’ve had a family tradition of letting her pick out as many things at the grocery store as she is years old (3 things at 3 years old, 6 things at 6 years old, etc).
Eventually, I’ll probably have to put a cap on the number of items she gets, but so far it’s been great for limiting the requests and encouraging her to try new foods.
Usually, she uses up the majority of her requests before we leave the produce area – but usually one or two treats make their way into the cart, which I’m totally okay with.
Recently, she requested this box of Trix cereal – which was an odd choice, because she is not a cereal eater. But, into the cart it went and she did try an obligatory bowl of the cereal when we got home.
Since then, it’s been sitting in our cabinet for a couple of weeks, so I needed to come up with a fun way to use it up. These Candy Apple-inspired treats are a fun option for Halloween parties or classroom treats.
I love that the stick adds some whimsy and also serves a very practical use in helping keep the kids hands from getting sticky when enjoying these. (Plus the fun play on “Trix or treats” is something you can have a bit of fun with.)
These Trix Marshmallow Treats are super easy for the kids to help make – just wet or oil their hands to prevent the marshmallows from sticking to them while they shape the “apples.”
Ingredients for Trix Marshmallow Treats
- Butter <– can use coconut oil
- Trix cereal
- Marshmallows
Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.
Tip: keep extra oil or water on hand to coat your hands to prevent the marshmallows from sticking when forming the Trix balls.
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Popsicle Sticks
- Microwave-safe mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula <– I like these spatulas because they are one solid piece and don’t have removable heads for bacteria to get trapped underneath. Plus they are heat-resistant and have a lifetime warranty.
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cookie sheet
How to Make Trix Marshmallow Treats
Line a cookie tray with parchment paper and set aside.
Place the marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds.
Stir well and then re-heat as needed to get a smooth, melted texture.
Add the butter or coconut oil and stir to fully incorporate.
Fold in the Trix cereal one cup at a time until completely incorporated.
Wet or oil your hands thoroughly and shape 1/2 cup to 1 cup of the treat mixture into balls and then set on the cookie sheet.
Repeat with remaining Trix cereal mixture.
You may find it easier to add the popsicle sticks now or after the treats have hardened.
Set in the fridge to harden for 2 hours or overnight.
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Trix Marshmallow Treats
A delicious twist on candy apples, these Trix marshmallow treats are a fun recipe for your Halloween party, carnival party, or any occasion when you could do without sticky hands!
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons of butter or coconut oil
- 4 cups of Trix cereal
- 2 cups of marshmallows
Instructions
- Line a cookie tray with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place the marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds.
- Stir well and then re-heat as needed to get a smooth, melted texture.
- Add the butter or coconut oil and stir to fully incorporate.
- Fold in the Trix cereal one cup at a time until completely incorporated.
- Wet or oil your hands thoroughly and shape 1/2 cup to 1 cup of the treat mixture into balls and then set on the cookie sheet.
- Repeat with remaining Trix cereal mixture.
- You may find it easier to add the popsicle sticks now or after the treats have hardened.
- Set in the fridge to harden for 2 hours or overnight.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
20Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 63Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 40mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 5gProtein: 2g
Sugar, Spice and Glitter uses an auto-generate nutrition calculator. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate unless analyzed in a scientific lab, so these should be considered more of a guideline than medical information.
A delicious twist on candy apples, these Trix marshmallow treats are a fun recipe for Halloween, carnivals, or any occasion when you could do without sticky hands!
For more delicious no-bake recipes for kids, check out our Peanut Butter Bliss Bars or our No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Jars.
Is this recipe really accurate, my sister followed it and it was quite a fail
fun and colorful treat idea, perfect for parties
omg these look so fun
These Trix candy apples look like such a fun and colorful treat! Perfect for a fast-paced family activity that’s both delicious and easy to make.
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Such a fun idea for a kid-friendly treat — the candy apple look with Trix is clever, colorful, and perfect for parties. I also like how easy it is for little hands to help make these without needing a lot of fuss. For anyone who enjoys creative recipes and playful family-friendly ideas like this, I’d also recommend checking out craftmusic.ai for more inspiration. It’s always great to find simple, engaging content that makes everyday moments feel a bit more creative.
totally stealing this idea for halloween