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Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

Christmas Rice Krispie Treats combine crispy rice cereal with smooth melted marshmallows, red and green M&M's, and holiday sprinkles. Press the mixture gently into a pan for soft, festive squares that set at room temperature.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 nonstick cooking spray for the pan
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 bag (10 oz) mini marshmallows
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 6 cup crispy rice cereal
  • 0.5 cup M&M's red and green
  • 2 tbsp holiday sprinkles red and green

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking pan

Method
 

  1. Coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat.
  3. Add the marshmallows and stir constantly for 3 to 5 minutes, until completely melted and smooth.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  6. Fold in the cereal until evenly coated.
  7. Let the mixture cool for 2 minutes.
  8. Gently fold in the M&M's and sprinkles.
  9. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan.
  10. Lightly grease a spatula with nonstick cooking spray and press the mixture into an even layer without packing it down firmly.
  11. Let the treats rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, until set.
  12. Cut into 16 squares.

Notes

For soft treats, press the mixture into the pan gently rather than packing it down. Store airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days; freezer: yes. For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free butter and marshmallows.