Easter Rice Krispies Nests (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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16 ounces marshmallows, jumbo or mini
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7 cups Rice Krispies
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Easter egg candies
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Buttercream frosting
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Green food coloring
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½ cup unsalted butter
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3-4 cups powdered sugar
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¼ cup milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Grease cupcake pans and set aside.
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Melt marshmallows and butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 2 minutes, carefully monitoring to prevent puffing and overflow.
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Stir the melted marshmallows and butter until blended, then mix in the Rice Krispies until evenly combined.
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Spoon the mixture into the greased cupcake pan and press down with wax paper to form nests.
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Allow the nests to set for 30 minutes.
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In a large bowl, combine butter, milk, vanilla, and 2 cups of powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes. Gradually add the remaining powdered sugar and green food coloring, mixing until well incorporated.
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Pipe the frosting onto the set Rice Krispie nests and top with Easter egg candies.