Easy 4-Ingredient No-Bake 4th of July Firecracker Bark
A quick and festive no-bake treat combining creamy white chocolate, crunchy rice cereal, and patriotic sprinkles. Perfect for summer parties and last-minute celebrations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups rice cereal
- 1/2 cup patriotic sprinkles (red, white, and blue)
Instructions
- Line a 9×13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Place white chocolate chips and unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until melted and smooth (about 3-4 minutes).
- Gently fold rice cereal into the melted chocolate mixture using a spatula, coating evenly without crushing.
- Pour the mixture onto the lined baking sheet and spread evenly to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Sprinkle patriotic sprinkles evenly over the top and press lightly into the chocolate.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until firm (or 20 minutes in the freezer).
- Lift the bark from the parchment and break into irregular pieces.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Melt butter with white chocolate for a smooth texture. Avoid overheating white chocolate to prevent seizing. Add sprinkles quickly before chocolate sets. For vegan version, use dairy-free white chocolate and coconut oil instead of butter. Can substitute rice cereal with gluten-free cereal or cornflakes. Adding chopped nuts adds extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 ounce (28 g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 1
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