These Lucky Charms Magic Bars are a magical dessert for everyone! Filled with Nilla wafers, marshmallows and coconut, these make for a quick snack and the perfect way to catch a leprechaun.
Growing up, Lucky Charms were a special treat. They fit in the category of “sugar cereal”, something we could have on Tuesdays and Saturdays, and something that we could only eat out of small blue and yellow plastic bowls. Key word: small. Like all kids, I remember loving the marshmallows and not thinking quite as much of the actual cereal….although I would happily suffer through it to get to the sweet, delicious marshmallows left in my bowl at the end.
Now that I’m all grown up, and could clearly eat Lucky Charms whenever I want to, they don’t hold quite the same appeal as they did during childhood. Go figure! Actually, I’m really not a cereal person at all….which probably explains why I rarely buy it for my family. Let’s be clear – they are NOT happy about this – but it’s hard for me to buy something I don’t care to eat, myself! And….it’s hard for me to buy the kinds they really want. You know, the sugar cereal!
It should come as no surprise, then, that when I brought a big box of Lucky Charms home recently, my kids went CRAZY! Or, more accurately, my entire family went crazy (husband included). I let them each have one small bowl…..and then told them enough was enough! Funny how the things our parents did kinda stick with us! Of course, I had other reasons for needing to limit their intake…namely, these magic bars!!
I love making and eating magic bars and I thought that a version made with Lucky Charms would be perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! Not only would Lucky Charms pair deliciously with so many of the classic magic bar ingredients….but if you think about it…..the combination would be the ideal way to catch a leprechaun. Sticky miniature marshmallows, gooey {green} sweetened condensed milk, coconut peaks and valleys, and all the brightly colored marshmallows are sure to attract at least one little fella…right? And even if they don’t, at least you can be guaranteed a magically delicious treat!
Lucky Charms Magic Bars
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Nilla Wafer crumbs
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 drops green food coloring
- 1 1/2 cups Lucky Charms
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup coconut
Instructions
- Combine Nilla Wafer crumbs and melted butter; press into bottom of 8×11 inch pan.
- Pour green-tinted sweetened condensed milk over crust.
- Top with miniature marshmallows, Lucky charms, white chocolate chips, and coconut.
- Sprinkle with additional Lucky Charms Marshmallows for a pop of color.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
Jess says
My girls would love to try these for certain!!!! They have never had lucky charms but I agree perfect for trying to catch that pesky lephrachan!!!!
Cathy Trochelman says
We usually only buy Lucky Charms before St. Patrick’s Day….and good thing, because my kids gobble them up and argue over who has more marshmallows! Headaches!! 🙂
Jen @ Yummy Healthy Easy says
These are AWESOME!!!!!! I am SO making these for my boys! Sharing these on FB today, so cute Cathy!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks so much, Jen! My kids are pretty much crazy about them…..anything that gets them some more of those special marshmallows is a winner in their book!! 🙂
Desiree @The36thAvenue says
Oh my goodness! I am making this for sure… Pinning!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Desiree! They’re such fun bars and your kiddos will love them!
Aniko@PlaeOfMyTaste says
Love it Cathy! Pinning for later!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Aniko!
Kelsey says
These look amazing! I SO wish we had Lucky Charms here in Australia – I am from the US (married an Aussie) and my dad always sends me Lucky Charms in the mail when I am home sick (and ranch dressing, ha!)…must try these when I get my next box!
Cathy Trochelman says
Life without Ranch dressing and Lucky Charms……the sacrifices we make for love!! 🙂 What else do you live without over in Australia?
Monet says
What a fun and colorful afternoon snack!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Monet! We shared ours with the neighbor kids….huge hit as an after school snack for sure! 🙂
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says
These are so fun! Lucky Charms was one of my favorites growing up too. I just wish there were more marshmallows in the box 😉
Cathy Trochelman says
I hear you, Jocelyn! Aren’t you almost surprised they haven’t come out with a box of “just marshmallows”??
Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar says
These are so fun and festive! I’ve always been a fan of lucky charms and still have them sometimes. My husband is a big marshmallow fan too. 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Lindsay! My husband loves them for dessert – ha!!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
These look delicious! I swear I was the only kid that would only eat Rice Krispies and Cheerios. How boring! I’m still like that 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
That is FUNNY, Julie! I gotta be honest…..I don’t see the draw to either Rice Krispies OR Cheerios! But to each her own!! 😉
Tonia says
Lucky Charms are in my top 5 favorite cereals so these would be perfect for me!
Cathy Trochelman says
Awesome, Tonia! I’d love to know what else is on your list 🙂 I’m not a huge cereal person, but if I were, I’m sure Lucky Charms would be up there for me, too!
Emily says
These would catch me as well!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Emily! I keep getting caught cutting off little corners….. 🙂
Jenny Layton says
What a perfect St. Patrick’s Day treat for the kids! Great idea. Thanks!
Jenn@eatcakefordinner says
I love this idea! So pretty too.
Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says
These look delicious! My kids (and I) would love them! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Blair! I loved them too…..(they’re not just for kids!)
Angela @ Shake Bake and Party says
These look awesome – absolutely perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! Lucky Charms are the best. 🙂 Stopping by from Saturday Night Fever.
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks so much, Angela! They are definitely perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!! So glad you stopped by to say hello….hope you are having a great night! 🙂
Laura says
These look great! Do you think they would be good without the coconut? Thanks!
Cathy Trochelman says
I do think they’d be good without the coconut….you may just want to add more Lucky Charms! Thanks, Laura!
Heather Blackburn says
So cute!! Do you think I could omit the coconut and still be okay?
Heather Blackburn says
Ha! I see someone had the same question above. How much more of the Lucky Charms would you add?? another 1/2 cup?
Veronica Petzold says
Do you use sweetened or unsweetened coconut?
Jamie+@+Love+Bakes+Good+Cakes says
My kiddos would love these bars … so would I! 🙂