Get ready for a festive treat this holiday season with these Christmas Rice Krispy Treats. Made with two variations one with marshmallows and the other with a blend of creamy nut butter, maple syrup, and holiday candies promising a delightful twist on a classic favorite.
Line a 13" by 9" pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Set aside.
Grease a large bowl. Place cereal in the bowl.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add marshmallows and 1/3 cup of white chocolate chips, stirring often, cook until almost melted. Remove from the heat and stir until all of the marshmallows are melted. Pour the mixture over the cereal. Stir until coated.
Transfer the cereal mixture into the prepared pan and press down. Gently flatten the top. Cool completely.
Place the remaining chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl and melt in a microwave. Stir until smooth.
Spread the melted chocolate over the top of the rice krispy treats. Decorate with candy and sprinkles of your choice.
Let sit until the chocolate is set.
Cut into bars or use cookie cutters and serve.
Keep in an air-tight container for up to 1 week.
Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper leaving a slight overhang for easier removal. Set aside.
Add the nut butter, maple syrup and butter to a large heat-safe bowl or a large pot.
Melt in the microwave (in 20-30 second increments, stirring well in between) or over the stovetop (if using a pot) until melted. Stir until smooth and combined.
Remove from heat (if using a pot) and stir in the vanilla and salt.Add the crispy rice cereal, then stir until the cereal is completely coated and combined. Fold in half of the sprinkles and M&M’s.
Pour into the prepared pan in an even layer, and use a rubber spatula to firmly press the mixture and flatten the top so it is even.
Top with the remaining sprinkles and M&M’s and press them so they stick.
Place the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for 30 minutes, or until set.Use the parchment paper to remove the treats and cut into Christmas trees or a Candy Cane with festive cookie cutters or use a sharp sharp knife to cut into even bars.