Description
These Ombré Ube Rice Krispies Treats are a colorful twist on the classic marshmallow snack, featuring layers tinted with varying intensities of ube extract for a beautiful gradient effect. Finished with creamy ube halaya spread on top, they offer a delightful combination of chewy texture and vibrant purple hues, perfect for dessert lovers and fans of Filipino flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 10 oz marshmallows
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
Flavoring
- ~1 tsp ube extract (divided as 3-4 drops, 6 drops, and 10 drops for layering)
- 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Spread a thin layer of butter evenly over an 8.25″ W x 5″ D baking dish. This will prevent sticking when setting the layers of treats.
- Make the First Layer: Melt 1/6 of the butter in a pot over low heat. Add one-third of the marshmallows and stir until fully melted. Mix in 3-4 drops of ube extract to achieve a pastel purple color. Stir in 2 cups of rice krispies cereal until evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly and flatly into the prepared baking dish to form the first layer.
- Make the Second and Third Layers: Repeat the melting and mixing process for the second batch using another 1/6 of the butter and marshmallows, adding about 6 drops of ube extract for a darker purple hue. Stir in 2 cups of rice krispies and press this mixture on top of the first layer. Then repeat again for the third batch using the remaining butter and marshmallows with 10 drops of ube extract for the darkest purple layer; add the last 2 cups of rice krispies and press firmly on top of the second layer.
- Cool and Set: Allow the layered rice krispies treats to fully cool and set in the dish, ensuring the layers hold their shape.
- Finish with Ube Halaya: Once cooled, spread 1 cup of ube halaya evenly over the top layer. Cut the assembled treats into 8 pieces for serving.
Notes
- Use low heat when melting marshmallows to avoid burning or scorching.
- Press each layer firmly to prevent crumbling and create sharp separation between layers.
- Adjust drops of ube extract to get preferred shade of purple for each layer.
- Ube halaya adds authentic flavor and creamy texture—substitutes will change the taste profile.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Filipino
Keywords: Ube Rice Krispies Treats, Ube Dessert, Filipino Treat, Marshmallow Snacks, Ombré Treats, Rice Krispies, Ube Halaya
