Description
Delicious and festive peppermint Rice Krispies treats, perfect for the holiday season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons butter (I use salted butter)
- 20 ounces mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 9 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 24 ounces white almond bark (roughly chopped)
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or, for easier removal for cutting, line the pan with parchment paper. Allow the paper to hang over the sides just a little bit so you can easily pull the bars out.
- In a large pot, over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
- Once the butter is melted, add the mini marshmallows and let them cook, while stirring frequently, until they are completely melted and smooth. Don’t cook the marshmallows too long; once they’re smooth and melted, take them off—they’re done.
- Remove the pot from the heat and immediately stir in the peppermint extract and vanilla extract until combined. Work quickly so the mixture stays warm and easy to stir.
- Add the Rice Krispies cereal and stir gently until thoroughly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Lightly spray your hands or spatula with cooking spray, and then press the mixture evenly into the pan without compacting or pressing on it too firmly, which can make the treats hard.
- Place the white almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring after each one, until fully melted and smooth.
- Spread the melted almond bark evenly over the top of the treats using an offset spatula to cover the entire surface in an even layer, like you’re frosting a cake.
- Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candy canes over top.
- Let the Krispie treat bars set at room temperature for about 1 hour, or until the almond bark topping is firm and set.
- Lift the treats from the pan using the parchment overhang, then cut into squares, and enjoy!
Notes
- These treats are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg