Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
Recipe by:Soft and chewy Christmas Rice Krispie Treats that hold their shape beautifully when cut into Christmas trees or wreaths. These no-bake treats come together fast and are always a hit for holiday parties, gifting, or school events.
Ingredients
- 6 cups (300 grams) miniature marshmallows
- ¼ cup (57 grams) salted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 6 cups (168 grams) Rice Krispies cereal
- 10-12 drops green food coloring
- red hots or holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a 9"x13" pan by lining it with a sheet of parchment paper that overhangs on the sides. Spray the parchment with nonstick spray.
- Place butter in a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30 seconds to partially melt. Swirl the butter around the bowl to coat the sides, then add marshmallows. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring each time, until the marshmallows are glossy and almost completely melted.¼ cup salted butter, 6 cups miniature marshmallows
- Stir in the vanilla and the food coloring until the color is uniform with no streaks. If you want a darker green, add more food coloring. Add the cereal and stir quickly until the cereal is completely coated with the marshmallow mixture.½ teaspoon vanilla, 10-12 drops green food coloring
- (See recipe notes if you are making wreaths, as they don't go into a pan.)Pour the cereal mixture into the 9x13 pan and use a spoon sprayed with nonstick spray to press it into an even layer. Press just enough to smooth it out, but avoid packing it tightly or the treats will end up firm. Top with sprinkles, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.6 cups Rice Krispies cereal, red hots or holiday sprinkles
- Remove from the refrigerator and lift the overhanging edges of the parchment to remove from treats from the pan and place on a cutting board.
- Spray your cookie cutter with nonstick spray, then press it firmly into the Rice Krispies bars, starting at the edges first, so you get the cleanest shapes. Remove the shape and transfer to a serving tray. Repeat until all of the bars are cut. Press the remaining scraps together to cut more trees.
Notes
Stovetop Instructions:
Melt the butter and marshmallows over medium-low heat, stirring frequently. Once the mixture looks glossy and almost smooth, turn off the heat. Stir in the vanilla and food coloring, then fold in the cereal. Food Coloring:
Gel coloring gives you the most vivid green color. Liquid coloring works as well, but won't be as vibrant. Wreaths:
Butter your hands lightly so the mixture doesn't stick. Shape ¼ cup portions into rings, then press in the red hots once the wreaths are formed. Make-Ahead Tips:
If you make the treats ahead and refrigerate them for more than 30 minutes, let the pan sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting. They need to be slightly chilled to hold their shape, but not so cold that the cutter cracks them. Storage:
Store the trees or wreaths in an airtight container for 3 days. If you need to stack them, place a sheet of waxed paper between the layers. If they start to feel firm, add a slice of bread to the container overnight to restore their softness.
Melt the butter and marshmallows over medium-low heat, stirring frequently. Once the mixture looks glossy and almost smooth, turn off the heat. Stir in the vanilla and food coloring, then fold in the cereal. Food Coloring:
Gel coloring gives you the most vivid green color. Liquid coloring works as well, but won't be as vibrant. Wreaths:
Butter your hands lightly so the mixture doesn't stick. Shape ¼ cup portions into rings, then press in the red hots once the wreaths are formed. Make-Ahead Tips:
If you make the treats ahead and refrigerate them for more than 30 minutes, let the pan sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting. They need to be slightly chilled to hold their shape, but not so cold that the cutter cracks them. Storage:
Store the trees or wreaths in an airtight container for 3 days. If you need to stack them, place a sheet of waxed paper between the layers. If they start to feel firm, add a slice of bread to the container overnight to restore their softness.
Nutrition
Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 128mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1049IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 4mg
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