Find me some online recipes for sweet treats that can be prepared, made, and cleaned up within two class periods of 42 minutes each.

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Here are a few online recipes for sweet treats that can be prepared, made, and cleaned up within two class periods of 42 minutes each:

1. No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

These cookies are quick to make and require no baking.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and milk. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in cocoa, oats, peanut butter, and vanilla.
  3. Drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper and let cool until set.

Recipe Link: No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

2. Microwave Mug Cake

This individual-sized cake can be made in just a few minutes.

Ingredients:

  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: chocolate chips, nuts, etc.

Instructions:

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
  2. Add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
  3. Microwave for 1 to 1.5 minutes, until the cake has risen and is set.
  4. Let cool slightly before eating.

Recipe Link: Microwave Mug Cake

3. Fruit Parfaits

These are simple, healthy, and can be assembled quickly.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups yogurt (any flavor)
  • 2 cups granola
  • 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

Instructions:

  1. In cups or bowls, layer yogurt, a layer of granola, and a layer of mixed berries.
  2. Repeat the layers until the cups are full.
  3. Serve immediately or chill for a bit.

Recipe Link: Fruit Parfaits

4. Rice Krispie Treats

These are classic and simple to make.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 bag (10 oz) mini marshmallows
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Instructions:

  1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
  3. Remove from heat and add Rice Krispies. Stir until well-coated.
  4. Press mixture into a greased pan. Let cool before cutting into squares.

Recipe Link: Rice Krispie Treats

5. Banana Bread Muffins

These muffins are easy and quick to make, and cleanup is minimal.

Ingredients:

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup flour

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash bananas and then add melted butter.
  3. Stir in baking soda and salt. Mix in sugar, egg, and vanilla.
  4. Add flour and mix until just combined.
  5. Divide batter into muffin tins and bake for 20 minutes.

Recipe Link: Banana Bread Muffins

These recipes are quick to prepare and perfect for a classroom setting, with minimal cooking time and easy cleanup. Enjoy your sweet treat-making!