Christmas Rice Crispy Squares Recipe

March 21, 2023 Post a Comment

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Christmas Rice Krispie Treat Bites Two Sisters from www.twosisterscrafting.com

Description

Christmas is the time of the year when we indulge in delicious treats and sweets. Rice crispy squares are a classic Christmas treat that is easy to make and loved by all. This recipe takes the classic rice crispy squares to the next level by adding festive colors and flavors. These squares are perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this recipe is minimal, taking only about 10 minutes to gather and measure all the ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is also quick, taking only 10-15 minutes to mix and press the ingredients into a baking pan.

Ingredients

6 cups of rice crispies cereal
1 bag of marshmallows (10 oz)
1/2 cup of unsalted butter
1 tsp of vanilla extract
Green and red food coloring
Christmas sprinkles

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Medium saucepan
9x13 inch baking pan
Wooden spoon or spatula

Method

Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
Add the marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until fully melted and combined.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Add 2-3 drops of green food coloring to the marshmallow mixture and stir until evenly colored.
Add the rice crispies cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir until fully coated.
Transfer half of the rice crispy mixture to the greased baking pan and press down firmly with a spatula or your hands.
Add 2-3 drops of red food coloring to the remaining rice crispy mixture and stir until evenly colored.
Transfer the red rice crispy mixture to the baking pan and press down firmly on top of the green layer.
Sprinkle Christmas sprinkles on top of the rice crispy squares and let cool for 30 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

For a more festive touch, try using Christmas cookie cutters to cut the rice crispy squares into fun shapes. You can also add other festive ingredients like crushed candy canes, chocolate chips or dried cranberries to the rice crispy mixture for added flavor and texture.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields approximately 12-16 servings. Each serving contains:

Calories: 160
Total Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 125mg
Total Carbohydrates: 28g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 16g
Protein: 1g

Recipe Tips

To make the rice crispy squares easier to cut, try greasing your knife with butter or cooking spray before cutting into squares. If you prefer a softer texture, try reducing the amount of rice crispies cereal by 1-2 cups. You can also substitute the vanilla extract with peppermint extract for added holiday flavor. Store the rice crispy squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.