Description
Cotton Candy Rice Krispies Twists are whimsical, cloud-like treats made from crispy rice cereal and swirled pink-and-white marshmallow, perfect for parties, birthday favors, or sweet-themed gatherings. I love making it with mini marshmallows, puffed rice cereal, and a drop of cotton candy flavoring. It’s a simple, no-bake recipe with a soft crunch and creamy texture. These treats are also known as cotton candy cereal pops or marshmallow swirl sticks. I’ve tested versions with both natural and artificial flavorings, and both work beautifully depending on your preferences. Among marshmallow-based desserts, Cotton Candy Rice Krispies Twists stand out for their festive color, easy construction, and charming presentation—making them an unforgettable addition to your dessert rotation.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups mini marshmallows
1 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring
4 cups puffed rice cereal
1 to 2 drops pink food coloring
Edible glitter or sanding sugar (optional)
Lollipop sticks
Instructions
1. Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat until fully melted and gently golden.
2. Add marshmallows and stir continuously until smooth and fully melted.
3. Divide the mixture evenly into two heat-safe bowls.
4. To one bowl, add pink food coloring and cotton candy flavoring. Stir until evenly colored. Leave the second bowl plain white.
5. Fold 2 cups of puffed rice cereal into each bowl of melted marshmallow, stirring quickly until all cereal is coated.
6. Lightly butter your hands or wear gloves. Take a spoonful of pink mixture and a spoonful of white, twisting them together gently.
7. Form into small cones or swirled shapes, pressing onto the end of a lollipop stick.
8. Place on wax paper to set for about 15 minutes.
9. Optional: Sprinkle with edible glitter or sanding sugar before fully set.
10. Serve upright in jars of sugar or wrap in treat bags for gifting.
Notes
Use fresh marshmallows for best texture and melt.
Let mixture cool slightly before shaping to avoid sticking.
Store in airtight containers for up to 3 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: cotton candy rice krispies, pink marshmallow treats, no-bake cereal twists