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Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats for a Cozy Holiday Treat

Delight in Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats, an easy holiday snack that combines the warm flavor of gingerbread with the crunch of Rice Krispies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Treats
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies The classic crispy base
  • 10 ounces Mini marshmallows Essential for chewy texture
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Infuses warm spice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Enhances cozy flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg Use sparingly
  • 1/4 cup Molasses Authentic gingerbread flavor
For Topping (Optional)
  • 1 cup White chocolate chips Sweet finish
  • 1 cup Crushed gingerbread cookies Extra festive crunch

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat in a large saucepan.
  3. Add 10 ounces of mini marshmallows to the butter and stir until melted and smooth.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 1/4 cup of molasses.
  5. Add 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
  6. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and pour the mixture in, pressing down to create a smooth surface.
  7. Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Melt 1 cup of white chocolate chips and drizzle over cooled treats, optionally adding crushed gingerbread cookies.
  9. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

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