Description
Mint Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic dessert everyone loves. With their vibrant green hue and refreshing mint flavor, these no-bake treats are perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to festive gatherings. Combining crispy Rice Krispies with gooey marshmallows and mini chocolate chips, this easy recipe will quickly become a favorite among kids and adults alike. Best of all, they require minimal ingredients and time, making them a go-to sweet treat for busy days or spontaneous celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 2/3 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 10 ounces marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (about 10 drops)
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Grease a large mixing bowl with butter or cooking spray.
- Pour Rice Krispies into the greased bowl and set aside.
- In a medium-large saucepan over low heat, melt the salted butter.
- Add marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring until coated.
- Continue heating until three-quarters of the marshmallows are melted; stir continuously until fully melted.
- Mix in peppermint extract and green food coloring until desired color is achieved.
- Pour melted mixture over Rice Krispies and mix until fully coated.
- Let cool slightly before adding mini chocolate chips (reserve some for topping).
- Spread mixture into a greased 8-inch pan; top with reserved chocolate chips.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg