These Christmas Rice Krispie Treats are easy Christmas treats that kids and kids at heart will love. They’re loaded with seasonal M&Ms, sprinkles, and mini marshmallows.
This fun and festive holiday treat cost $7.48 to make 15 servings, which is only $0.50 per serving.
For more treat ideas that will put the Merry into your Christmas, try these Christmas Tree Brownies, Christmas Wreath Cookies, Caramel Pretzel Turtles, and these Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
‘Tis the season to be jolly, and I cannot think of a better way to do that than through the kitchen! There is simply no better way to prepare for the holiday season than by making treats to share with those you love and appreciate.
These Christmas treats are just the thing to get you in the holiday spirit. If you need a last-minute Christmas treat for a friend or potluck, these are incredibly easy, and they look so festive.
This Christmas spin on a classic recipe is a treat you can make for the kids throughout the season but don’t forget to save some for the adults. Because who doesn’t love a good old fashioned Rice Krispie treat that has been doctored up a bit!
What can I use instead of marshmallow for Rice Krispie Treats?
You can use honey as a substitute for marshmallows. Boil the honey first for one minute before adding the other ingredients. Just note that while honey is sweet, it will change the taste of the recipe.
Why are my Rice Krispie Treats falling apart?
Rice Krispies that are too dry or too sticky and fall apart is the worst! This typically happens because there is too much cereal. Measure twice and pour once is my philosophy!
Make sure you get the ratio of marshmallow to cereal correct. Otherwise, with too much cereal, you will have dry, crunchy treats, or if you have too many marshmallows, you will have overly sticky treats.
How do you cut Rice Krispie treats neatly?
First, let the treats cool completely in the pan. Then, lift them out of the pan onto a cutting board. Spray a pizza cutter or large knife with cooking spray to neatly cut the Rice Krispie treats into uniform squares.
How to make Christmas Rice Krispie Treats:
STEP ONE: First, line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray. Set the sheet aside while you pre-measure the ingredients.
STEP TWO: Next, melt the butter, salt, and marshmallows together in a large saucepan. Once smooth, remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
STEP THREE: Then, stir in the remaining marshmallows. Once the cereal is thoroughly coated, fold in the M&Ms and sprinkles.
STEP FOUR: To finish, top with extra M&Ms and sprinkles and gently press the mixture into the pan.
How long will these Christmas Treats keep for?
SERVE: You can keep these out at room temperature for a few hours. They’re a great Christmas treat to leave out during parties for hours.
STORE: Store these in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week.
FREEZE: I do not recommend storing these in the refrigerator or freezing them. The cold will make these treats super hard.
How much will this Christmas Rice Krispie Treats recipe cost to make:
RECIPE COST: $7.48
PER SERVING COST: $0.50
NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have.
- ½ cup unsalted butter – $0.81
- 1 teaspoon salt – $0.01
- 10 cups mini marshmallows – $2.20
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – $0.31
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal – $1.08
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal – $0.81
- 1 cup Christmas M&Ms – $1.92
- 2 teaspoons holiday sprinkles – $0.34
Cook’s Tools:
- 9×13-inch baking sheet
- Large saucepan
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Wooden mixing spoon
More Holiday Desserts:
- Peppermint Bark Candy
- Christmas Divinity Candy
- Gingerbread Oreo Truffles
- Andes Mint Cheesecake Dip
- Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip
- Pecan Pie Bars
- Cranberry Bliss Bars
- Spiced Creme Brulee
- Cut Out Sugar Cookies
- Peppermint Bark Brownies
- Old Fashioned Fudge
- Peppermint Cheesecake Dip
- Butter Pecan Fudge
- Gingersnap Cookies
- Red Velvet Whoopie Pies
- Buckeye Candy
- Pecan Snowball Cookies
Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking sheet
- large saucepan
- measuring spoons and cups
- wooden mixing spoon
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 10 cups mini marshmallows divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup Christmas M&Ms
- 2 teaspoons Christmas sprinkles
TOPPING:
- Christmas M&Ms optional
- Christmas sprinkles optional
Instructions
MEASURE INGREDIENTS:
- Pre-measure all the ingredients before beginning the recipe because things move fast.
PREP PAN:
- Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on 2 sides. Lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
MAKE TREATS:
- Melt butter, salt, and 8 cups of marshmallows in a large pot or saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
- Remove the pot from the heat and quickly stir in vanilla. Next, stir in the cereals and the remaining 2 cups of mini marshmallows. Stir until the cereal is coated in the marshmallow mixture.
- Fold in the M&Ms and sprinkles.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Lightly grease your hands and press the mixture into an even layer.
ADD TOPPINGS:
- Top the treats with extra M&Ms and sprinkles and gently press them into the treats so they stick.
SET AND SERVE:
- Let the treats set for 30 minutes.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to remove the treats from the pan. Slice into 15 treats (5 rows of 3) and serve.
Notes
- Salted butter may be used; omit the salt.
- Corn Chex cereal may be used in place of Rice Chex.
- Don’t add the M&M’s in too soon, or the color will bleed throughout the Rice Krispie treat mixture.
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These look so fun! Will have to try them with my son!
So festive and tasty!! And I love that this is an easy recipe that the kids can help make