Aunt Helen's Almond Raspberry Rice Squares
Delight your taste buds with Aunt Helen's Almond Raspberry Rice Squares, a nostalgic no-bake treat that combines gooey marshmallow-studded crispy rice layers with a luscious raspberry jam filling. These easy-to-make squares are topped with a zigzag drizzle of sweet almond icing and a sprinkle of crunchy sliced almonds, delivering a perfect balance of fruity sweetness, nutty richness, and irresistible texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, these crowd-pleasing dessert squares are ideal for parties, picnics, or simply satisfying a sweet craving at home. Try this quick and unique twist on classic rice treats—perfect for any occasion!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 5 cups Mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
- 6 cups Crispy rice cereal
- 0.5 cup Raspberry jam
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 0.25 cup Sliced almonds
Directions
Step 1
Prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large pot over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
Step 3
Add the mini marshmallows to the pot and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
Step 4
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract.
Step 5
Gently fold in the crispy rice cereal until evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
Step 6
Quickly press the rice mixture into the prepared pan, using a greased spatula or clean hands to spread it evenly.
Step 7
Spread the raspberry jam in an even layer over the top of the rice mixture.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth to create the almond icing.
Step 9
Drizzle the almond icing over the raspberry layer in a zigzag pattern.
Step 10
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top for crunch and garnish.
Step 11
Let the rice squares set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until firm.
Step 12
Once set, cut into 12 squares and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1477.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5512.8 |
| Total Fat 77.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 126.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4798.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1142.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 456.5g | |
| Protein 56.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 13.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 152.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 87.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1050.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories