Christmas Rice Crispy Treats
Classic sweet and chewy squares made from crisped rice cereal and marshmallows, perfect for celebrating the holiday season.
Ingredients
Essential Ingredients
- 6 cups crisped rice cereal
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt to balance the sweetness
Optional Add-Ins for Flavor and Festiveness
- chocolate chips to enhance flavor
- sprinkles red, green, or edible glitter for decoration
- chopped nuts for an extra crunch
- crushed candy canes for a peppermint twist
- dried fruits cranberries or raisins for added flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt, then remove from heat.
- Gently fold in the crisped rice cereal until fully coated.
- Add any optional mix-ins and gently combine.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, pressing it down evenly with greased hands or a spatula.
- Allow to set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
- Once set, cut into squares or rectangles and decorate as desired.
Notes
To ensure freshness, store in an airtight container. They can last up to a week. If treats become hard, soften them in the microwave in short bursts of 10-15 seconds.