Description
Candy Cane Krispie Treats are the ultimate holiday indulgence, featuring the perfect blend of crispy rice cereal, gooey marshmallows, and festive crushed candy canes. Each bite delivers a delightful crunch paired with sweet peppermint flavor, making them an irresistible treat for every festive gathering. Easy to make and visually stunning, these treats will elevate your holiday celebrations and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 10 oz mini marshmallows (about 4 cups)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup crushed candy canes (about 4–5 candy canes)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add mini marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat and mix in the vanilla extract, followed by the crispy rice cereal until well-coated.
- Gently fold in half of the crushed candy canes for added flavor.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing down lightly to create an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy canes on top while still warm.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg