Why not dress up some regular rice krispie treats for the holidays. These Christmas Rice Krispie Treats can easily be a last minute addition to a cookie plate through the holiday season. Using just a few basic ingredients and no baking required!
Looking for something fun and easy to make through the holiday season this year? Well, why not take a look at these. A timeless classic that everyone loves, is easy to make and requires pretty much zero baking skills.
One of my aims this year is to get out more treats that we can all enjoy through the holiday period. I wanted to make a few easier things to share as I know time isn’t always on our side. Have you had a chance to check out this years Christmas Crack or the Chocolate Pecan Cranberry Clusters? Both very easy treats for the holiday season. And if you’re on the hunt for something more decadent you need to check out the Lamingtons or the Apple Pie Crumble Bars. Both amazing, If I do say so myself…hahaha
Here’s What We Need To Make The Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
- Rice Krispies
- Marshmallows
- Butter
- Vanilla extract
- Sprinkles
- Cookie cutter
REMEMBER, The Full recipe and instructions is always found at the end of the post in the recipe card.
How to Make These No Bake Christmas Treats
- Melt butter– in a large pot set over medium heat, add the butter and stir until it melts. This will take about 2 minutes or so.
- Add marshmallows – add the marshmallows to the melted butter and stir immediately. A wooden spoon works best. I used large marshmallows because I couldn’t find any mini ones. Mini marshmallows works best. Continue to stir until they have completely melted. Depending on if you use mini marshmallows or large ones will depend on how long it takes.
- Add vanilla extract – when the marshmallows are melted, remove from heat and immediately add the vanilla and the salt. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the rice krispies – do this immediately and continue to stir until they are completely combined. This will be a little hard to stir and quite sticky.
- Spoon mixture onto tray – tip the rice kirispie mixture onto your prepared baking dish. This will be sticky. For best results, dip a spoon in water to flatten out the rice kirispie mixture. Make sure to cover the entire pan.
- Add sprinkles. – I added the sprinkles at this stage to ensure they would stick to the topping.
- Leave to set – leave it to set on the counter for at least an hour.
- Cut into shapes – okay, here you can be as creative as you like. I used a 3 inch star cutter for these cookies. You can use something bigger or smaller. And you can cut them into whatever shapes you like. Personally, I like the stars with a hint of blue.
- Tips for cutting – The cookie cutter will stick to the treats, so keep this in mind when cutting them out. You will need to push it out through the cookie cutter. To make it a little easier, you can dip the cookie cutter in a little water (shake off excess water), and then cut them out.
Tips For Storing Rice Krispie Treats
Like many people, I’m no stranger to making batches of these. And I’ve learned along the way how to store them for the best possible taste and texture. Without doubt, they are best the day they are made. So please keep this in mind when making them.
- Store in an airtight container – Use a container that fits them pretty snug. Layer parchment paper between the layers so they don’t stick together. Store them at room temperature on the counter. They will stay fresh up to three days.
- DO NOT STORE IN THE FRIDGE – They go dry in the fridge, so it’s best not to store them in the fridge. Room temperature is best.
How to Serve The Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
- Kid’s holiday parties – these would be a great additions to a kid’s holiday or winter party. They look pretty and are easy to make.
- As an addition to a holiday cookie plate – serve them alongside other holiday treats on a cookie plate. Great for an afternoon tea, a morning brunch or just to put out for snacks.
- Gift the treats – everyone loves giving treats through the holidays. These are no exception. They would go pretty on a tray with other treats or in a little see through holiday gift bag.
GIFTING TREATS TIP – It’s always a great idea to let people know how to store the treats you are giving them and how long they will last for.
Tips For Getting These Treats Just Right
- Follow the recipe exactly – don’t change anything. The amount of rice krispies, butter and marshmallows is key to getting these chewy and not dry. Don’t add or take away anything, please!
- Use a wet spoon – to flatten out the mixture in the pan, it’s best to wet the back of a spoon to make life really easy.
- Dip the cutter into water– yes, it helps in cutting the shapes.
Enjoy the treats friends and I’ll see you all in a few days with something else for the holiday season. Until then, keep on cooking.
GET THE RECIPE!
Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 9 cups rice krispie cereal
- 20 ounces marshmallows mini or large
- 3/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Grease and line with parchment paper a 9 x 13 inch baking sheet or pan. If using a baking sheet, make sure it's a rimmed baking sheet. Set aside.
- In a large pot set over medium heat, add the butter. Give a good stir and let it melt completely. This will take about 2 minutes. Add the marshmallows and stir immediately and allow the marshmallows to melt as you stir the mixture. This will take about 2 – 3 minutes. Depending on if you are using mini or large marshmallows. Instantly remove from heat once the marshmallows are melted.
- Add the vanilla extract and salt and stir. Add the cereal and stir with a wooden spoon until it's completely incorporated.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking dish. This will be really sticky and you will need to scrape it out of the pot. Using the back of a wooden spoon, evenly spread out the rice krispie mixture. Flatten it out and make sure it's evenly spread out. Add sprinkles over the top.
- Leave to set for about an hour. Cut into stars and store in an airtight container. Will keep for about three days.
*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Notes
- Follow the recipe exactly – don’t change anything. The amount of rice krispies, butter and marshmallows is key to getting these chewy and not dry. Don’t add or take away anything, please!
- Use a wet spoon – to flatten out the mixture in the pan, it’s best to wet the back of a spoon to make life really easy.
- Dip the cutter into water– yes, it helps in cutting the shapes.
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