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A christmas colored rice krispie treat

Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Give your Rice Krispies Treats an easy holiday makeover! These big, thick crispy treats are irresistible!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 12 treats

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 10 oz mini marshmallows approximately 6 cups
  • 1 tablespoon half and half milk can also be used
  • 6 cups crisped rice cereal
  • 1 1/2 cups M&M candies
  • 3 tablespoons Christmas colored sprinkles
  • 1 tablespoon red and green sprinkle sugar

Instructions

  • Melt butter on low heat in large pot or dutch oven.  Add marshmallows, stirring often, until smooth and melted. Mix in half and half and remove from heat. 
  • Add in cereal, candies, sprinkles, and sugar and mix until mixture comes together. Press mixture evenly into an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking dish. 
  • Add more sprinkles and sugar to top if desired.  Allow to cool completely, then cut into squares with sharp knife.

Notes

This recipe can be made in a 9x13 inch pan, which will give you more traditional sized treats. 
To prevent hands from sticking to treats,  place a piece of parchment, waxed paper, or plastic wrap on top before pressing into pan. 
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best flavor.  You can also wrap individually in plastic wrap. 

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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