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Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

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Easy Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats (with Video!) Rachel Cooks®
Easy Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats (with Video!) Rachel Cooks® from www.rachelcooks.com

Description

Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats are a fun and festive holiday dessert that will put a smile on everyone’s face. These treats are easy to make and perfect for kids to help with. They are made with Rice Krispie cereal and marshmallows, and then decorated with candy and frosting to look like Christmas trees.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
  • 1 package of marshmallows
  • Green food coloring
  • Assorted candy for decoration (gumdrops, candy canes, sprinkles, etc.)
  • White frosting

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie cutters (optional)

Method

  1. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray, or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter over low heat.
  3. Add one package of marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until completely melted.
  4. Add green food coloring to the marshmallow mixture and stir until the desired shade of green is achieved.
  5. Add 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir until well combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down firmly with a wooden spoon or spatula.
  7. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes before cutting into Christmas tree shapes with a cookie cutter or sharp knife.
  8. Decorate the Christmas trees with assorted candy and white frosting to look like ornaments and garland.
  9. Allow the treats to cool and the frosting to set before serving.
  10. Enjoy your festive Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats!

Notes

You can also use other cereal varieties, such as Fruity Pebbles or Cocoa Krispies, to add some color and variety to your treats.

Nutrition Info

Each serving (1 Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treat) contains approximately:
  • Calories: 120
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fat: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 98mg
  • Cholesterol: 8mg

Recipe Tips

  • You can add different colors of food coloring to the marshmallow mixture to create a variety of Christmas tree colors.
  • If you don't have cookie cutters, you can also shape the Rice Krispie mixture into Christmas tree shapes with your hands.
  • Use different types of candy and frosting to create unique and personalized Christmas tree decorations.
  • Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these fun and delicious Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats!


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