Gluten Free Football Rice Krispie Treats

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These Gluten Free Football Rice Krispie Treats are cute, chewy and guaranteed to be the MVP of your game day spread. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, they are an easy, gluten free treat that both kids and adults love.

When it comes to game day food, I always like to balance the savory appetizers with something fun and sweet and these Gluten Free Football Rice Krispie Treats are perfect for that. They are festive, easy to make and add a playful touch to any football party or game day celebration.

One of my favorite things about this recipe is just how simple it is. With just 4 ingredients and no baking required, these treats come together quickly, making them ideal for last minute parties or football themed birthdays.

They are also incredibly kid friendly, which means little hands can help stir, press and decorate. Pair them with savory favorites like this Buffalo Chicken Dip with Rotel, this Cowboy Queso Dip, savory Rotel Sausage Balls or these Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos for a complete game day spread that everyone will enjoy!

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

• No bake dessert: Stress free and perfect for busy game days.

• Naturally gluten free: Use certified gluten free rice krispies.

• Kid approved and kid friendly: Making it a fun family activity to assemble.

• Perfectly festive: Especially for football parties and themed birthdays.

INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR FOOTBALL RICE KRISPIE TREATS

• Unsalted butter: The fat that keeps these treats together.

• Mini marshmallows: Mini ones melt faster and more evenly.

• Gluten free cocoa krispies cereal: Make sure it's certified gluten free. My favorite brand is One Degree Organic Cocoa Crisps. See tips section for more options.

• White icing: Use store bought or your homemade royal icing.

Scroll down to the recipe card for quantities used.

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN FREE FOOTBALL RICE KRISPIES TREATS

Step 1: Melt the butter

Step 2: Melt the mini marshmallows

Step 3: Combine marshmallow mixture with cocoa rice krispies

Step 4: Shape into footballs and let set for 1 hour

Step 5: Add icing and enjoy

VARIATIONS

These football rice krispie treats are totally customizable. Here are my favorite ways to mix them up a bit:

• Chocolate drizzle: Add melted chocolate on top for extra sweetness.

• Team colors: Get creative with your favorite team by using colored icing.

• Mini footballs: Make bite sized versions for party platters.

• Dairy free: Use dairy free butter and marshmallows.

• Sprinkle fun: Add festive sprinkles for birthdays or celebrations.

EMILY'S TIPS

• Use certified gluten free rice krispies style cereal. I like the brands One Degree Organic Cocoa Crisps, Mom's Best Crispy Cocoa Rice, and Cascadian Farm Organic Cocoa Crispy Rice.

• Melt the marshmallows slowly. It is best to do this over low heat to prevent burning and grainy texture.

• Stir marshmallows constantly. Once they begin melting you want to keep stirring for smooth consistency.

• Let them cool slightly before shaping. This helps avoid burning.

• Use a football shaped cookie cutter. For clean, uniform shapes. If you don't have a cookie cutter, you can also use a football shaped mold.

• Add icing after cooling completely. You don't want the icing to melt.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Serve these cute gluten free football rice krispie treats on game day with a variety of appetizers like this Easy Cowboy Queso Dip, these Spicy Shrimp and Guacamole Bites or this Buffalo Chicken Dip with Rotel.

If you want to keep with the sweetness then this Brownie Batter Dip or Baklava Chicken Wings will satisfy the sweet tooth alongside these football treats.

STORAGE

• Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

• Freezer: Place individually wrapped treats in a freezer safe bag for up to 6 weeks.

• Reheating: No necessary at all. Just enjoy at room temperature.

RECIPE FAQ'S

What are the best certified gluten free cocoa rice krispies to use?

I'd recommend the brands One Degree Organic Cocoa Crisps, Mom's Best Crispy Cocoa Rice, and Cascadian Farm Organic Cocoa Crispy Rice. They are all certified gluten free. Regular cocoa crisps are not gluten free.

What icing works best for decorating?

Store bought white icing or homemade royal icing works well.

Do I need a football cookie cutter?

No, it's helpful but not necessary. You can use a football mold or just freehand shape them.

Can the kids help make these?

Yes! My kids love too. They can help stir (supervised), press and decorate.

I hope you give these Gluten Free Football Rice Krispie Treats a try! If you do give this recipe a try, please let me know!

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