Description
Christmas Rice Crispy Treats are a festive delight that combines the classic flavors of marshmallows and crispy rice cereal. These sweet, crunchy bites are dressed up with white chocolate and vibrant sprinkles, making them perfect for holiday gatherings, gifts, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this easy recipe invites kids and adults alike to join in the fun of creating tasty treats. Whether you’re hosting a cookie exchange or need a last-minute dessert, these colorful treats are sure to disappear from any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups puffed rice cereal
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows (or 1 cup mini marshmallows + 1/4 cup marshmallow fluff)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups white chocolate chips or candy melts
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
- 1/2 cup festive nonpareils (red, green, and white)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Add mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
- Fold in puffed rice cereal until evenly coated. Let cool slightly before shaping into bite-sized balls (about 1 to 1.5 inches).
- Melt white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl using short intervals, stirring until smooth. If needed, add coconut oil for a smoother consistency.
- Dip each rice crispy ball into melted chocolate, tapping off excess before placing back on parchment paper. Sprinkle with nonpareils immediately.
- Allow to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until firm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg