Embrace the spirit of St. Patrick's Day with a touch of enchantment in your classroom! Today, we're not just cooking; we're creating magical moments with a delightful recipe – Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats. This St. Patrick's Day-themed cooking activity is a golden opportunity for students to practice essential skills, making it the perfect addition to your life skills curriculum. So, let the St. Patrick's Day magic begin as we cook up some delicious memories in the classroom kitchen!
Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats
Servings: 15 Bars
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 12 mins
Materials:
Ingredients:
- ½ stick of unsalted butter
- ½ tsp. salt
- 1 bag (10 oz.) mini marshmallows (or 2 heaping cups of marshmallows)
- 4 cups Lucky Charms cereal
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract (optional)
- 4 - 6 drops green food coloring (optional)
Directions:
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Grease a 9x13 pan with cooking spray.
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Melt butter on low heat in a large pot.
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Once the butter has melted, stir in the salt, mini marshmallows, & vanilla.
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Once the marshmallows have melted, stir in 4 - 6 drops of green food coloring or as many drops as desired for the preferred shade of green. (optional)
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Remove the melted marshmallow mixture from heat and gently mix in the Lucky Charms. (Stir gently to avoid crushing the cereal.)
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Once the cereal is evenly coated in the marshmallow mixture, pour it into your prepared pan and gently press it even. (Avoid pressing too hard!)
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Let the treats cool before cutting into squares.
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Serve and enjoy!
Classroom Discussion: As we savor the magic of St. Patrick's Day, let's ignite a classroom discussion about balance. Ask your students: Is this a wholesome snack, or is it a magical treat to be savored in moderation? Connect the joy of cooking with essential life skills and foster healthy discussions in your classroom.
