Make sweet summer memories with festive Fourth of July Rice Krispie treats covered in chocolate, sprinkles, and red, white, and blue candy!

Kids will love making these easy no-bake Fourth of July Rice Krispie treats loaded with candy melts, M&Ms, and patriotic sprinkles. They’re festive, fun, and the perfect patriotic dessert for summer celebrations!

Rice Krispie squares are such a simple, yet versatile, treat. Switch out the colors and toppings for all kinds of themes, like these Easter Rice Krispie treats, Halloween Rice Krispie pops, Chewbacca Rice Krispie treats, or Frozen-themed treats.

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This Fourth of July Rice Krispie recipe is a super easy treat to make and is perfectly festive for the holiday season! They are super fun to pair with some patriotic handprint crafting with the kids or these patriotic cupcakes.

What are Rice Krispie Treats?

Rice Krispie treats are primarily made of Rice Krispies cereal, melted butter, and mini marshmallows. These festive pops are made even easier by simply using premade cereal treats, dipping them in chocolate, and then covering them in candy and sprinkles.

These holiday treats are so much fun for kids of all ages to make and take to summer picnics at the park.

This easy Independence Day treat can be personalized with a wide variety of festive ingredients! Try adding: a pretzel stick for a handle, red food coloring to the chocolate, marshmallow fluff, white chocolate chips, a candy cane, red candy melts instead of white, or other kinds of holiday sprinkles!

Try these chocolate-covered Rice Krispie treats and peanut butter Rice Krispie bars too!

Fourth of July Rice Krispie Treat Ingredients

How to Make Fourth of July Rice Krispie Treats

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Ingredients

Six Original Rice Krispie Squares (or homemade) – Using premade Rice Krispie squares makes this patriotic dessert quick and easy for busy summer days.
6 oz White candy melts – Creamy melted chocolate coating that perfectly holds all the fun toppings in place.
1 oz Blue candy melts – Blue candy melts add the perfect patriotic drizzle for a fun red, white, and blue dessert.
Red and blue M&Ms – Add a sweet chocolate crunch and make these treats extra festive for July 4th.
Red and blue sprinkles – A festive finishing touch that adds sparkle, crunch, and holiday fun.
4″ lollipop sticks (optional) – Optional sticks that turn these Rice Krispie treats into fun grab-and-go dessert pops.

Tip: Homemade Rice Krispie treats work just as well as store-bought ones, but using premade squares cuts out some of the work. Find the homemade recipe at the bottom of this post!

Instructions

1. Unwrap the Rice Krispie treats and place a lollipop stick into each one.

2. In a medium bowl, melt the chocolate wafers in the microwave at 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely smooth. Dip half of the Rice Krispie square into the chocolate.

Fourth of July Rice Krispie Treat Process

3. Place the treats on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Melt the blue chocolate wafers and drizzle over the white chocolate.

4. Add candy to the melted chocolate before it cools — I like to have it ready in small bowls. Press the M&Ms into the chocolate so that they really “stick”. Spread the festive sprinkles overtop.

5. Place the crispy treats in the fridge and allow the chocolate to harden completely before serving.

Tips for Making These Summer Treats

Use candy melts for best results — the wafer chocolate melts the best. Add one teaspoon of coconut oil to other chocolate to help it melt and pour better.
Lay the chocolate-covered treat on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy moving and transporting before the chocolate has hardened.
Place the chocolate in the fridge or freezer to completely cool before serving.

Store these yummy treats in a large freezer bag or airtight container for up to three months at room temperature. They can also be stored in the fridge to prevent the chocolate from melting.

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Some of My Kitchen Essentials

I love using this non-stick bakeware for all of my baking.
These silicone mitts are perfect for grasping hot pans and baking dishes.
This Henckel knife is my favorite for slicing and dicing in the kitchen.
These parchment paper bags are perfect for packaging and these large Rubbermaid food storage containers are great for storing baking in the freezer.

These delicious treats would make a lovely hostess gift at your next holiday party. Simply wrap in wax paper, tuck into a gift bag, and tie with baker’s twine!

Homemade Rice Krispie Recipe

Ingredients

3 Tbsp Butter – Adds rich flavor and helps create that classic gooey texture everyone loves.
4 cups Miniature marshmallows – They melt into the butter for a sticky sweet mixture that binds the cereal together perfectly.
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal – Crispy puffed rice cereal gives these treats their signature crunch.

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.

2. Add Rice Krispie cereal. Stir until the cereal mixture is well combined.

3. Using a buttered spatula or wax paper, evenly press mixture into 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Allow to cool before cutting into squares.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Fourth of July Rice Krispie treats ahead of time?
Yes! These treats can be made a day or two in advance and stored in an airtight container to keep them fresh and chewy. They are perfect for prepping before a backyard BBQ or fireworks night.

How do you keep Rice Krispie treats from getting hard?
Avoid overheating the marshmallows and store the treats tightly covered at room temperature. Overcooking the marshmallow mixture can make homemade treats firm instead of soft and gooey.

Can I use homemade Rice Krispie treats instead of store-bought squares?
Absolutely! Homemade treats work wonderfully and often taste even softer and fresher. Using store bought squares simply saves time when life is busy.

What can I use instead of candy melts?
You can substitute white chocolate chips or almond bark. Adding a teaspoon of coconut oil helps the chocolate melt smoothly for dipping and drizzling.

How long do Rice Krispie treats last?
Rice Krispie treats typically stay fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature in an airtight container, though they can last even longer in the fridge or freezer.

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