Description
Christmas Rice Crispy Treats are the ultimate festive delight that combines the classic flavors of marshmallow and crispy rice with a colorful twist. This easy recipe is perfect for holiday parties, classroom celebrations, or as sweet gifts for friends and family. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create these charming treats that are sure to impress everyone at your gathering. The delightful combination of textures—crunchy, chewy, and sweet—makes these treats irresistible. Add your favorite sprinkles or toppings to personalize them for any holiday occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups puffed rice cereal
- 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows (or 1 cup mini marshmallows + ¼ cup marshmallow fluff)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups white chocolate chips or candy melts
- ½ cup red, green, and white nonpareils
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add mini marshmallows (and fluff if using) and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in puffed rice cereal until fully coated. Let cool slightly before shaping.
- Grease hands with butter and roll into bite-sized balls (1 to 1.5 inches). Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely.
- Melt white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in increments of 20–30 seconds until smooth; add coconut oil if needed.
- Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring even coating, then sprinkle with nonpareils while still wet. Allow to set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg