Ingredients
Watermelon Rind
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Green gel food coloring, to taste
- Cooking spray (such as Pam), for greasing pans
Watermelon Center
- 5 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Red gel food coloring, to taste
- Mini chocolate chips, for ‘seeds’
- Popsicle sticks (optional), for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon Rind Marshmallow Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 3 tablespoons butter and 4 cups mini marshmallows. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring occasionally, until the marshmallows and butter are completely melted and smooth. Add green gel food coloring a little at a time with a clean toothpick until you achieve the desired green shade. Stir well to combine.
- Add Rice Krispies to the Rind Mixture: Add 4 cups of Rice Krispies cereal to the green marshmallow mixture. Stir until the cereal is fully coated and evenly combined.
- Form the Watermelon Rind in Pans: Lightly spray cake pans with cooking spray. Divide the mixture in half and press small amounts evenly around the outside edges of both pans. Use a piece of wax paper to firmly press the mixture into shape, forming the rind ring.
- Prepare the Watermelon Center Marshmallow Mixture: In another bowl, repeat the marshmallow melting process by heating 3 tablespoons butter with 5 cups mini marshmallows in the microwave until melted. Add red gel food coloring gradually until you reach a vibrant red color. Stir well.
- Add Rice Krispies to the Center Mixture: Mix 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal into the red marshmallow mixture until fully coated.
- Fill the Watermelon Center: Divide this red mixture in half and place it into the center of the rind in each pan. Use a piece of wax paper to press the center mixture gently but firmly into place, ensuring it fills the middle space snugly.
- Cool and Set the Treats: Use a knife to loosen the treats from the pans carefully. Turn them out onto a cutting board and chill in the refrigerator for approximately 15 minutes to firm up.
- Cut into Wedges and Add Seeds: After chilling, use a sharp knife to cut the treat into wedge-shaped slices resembling watermelon slices. Press mini chocolate chips point-side down into the red center to simulate watermelon seeds.
- Optional Serve on Sticks: For serving, optionally insert popsicle sticks gently into the base of each wedge. If serving without sticks, place a sheet of wax paper between slices to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Use clean toothpicks when adding gel food coloring to prevent contamination of colors.
- If you don’t have green or red gel food coloring, liquid food coloring may be used but colors might be less vibrant.
- Using wax paper to press and shape the mixtures prevents sticking and makes shaping easier.
- Chilling the treats before cutting ensures cleaner slices and better shape retention.
- Mini chocolate chips make realistic-looking watermelon seeds, but chocolate sprinkles or similar small dark candies can be substituted.
- These treats are best enjoyed the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
