Description
Christmas Rice Crispy Treats are the ultimate festive snack that combines simplicity with deliciousness. These delightful treats are made with gooey marshmallows, crispy rice cereal, and vibrant sprinkles, making them not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for holiday gatherings, classroom parties, or as homemade gifts, these treats are quick to prepare and fun to make with kids. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a batch in no time, ensuring they will be the star of your festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups puffed rice cereal
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- Nonpareils (red, green, and white) for decoration
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add mini marshmallows and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
- Fold in puffed rice cereal until fully coated. Allow to cool slightly before shaping.
- Grease hands and roll mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt white chocolate chips in microwave-safe bowl until smooth; coat rice balls and sprinkle with nonpareils.
- Let set at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker hardening.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg