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a square of gingerbread rice krispie treats with white chocolate drizzle

Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats: The Easiest 5-Ingredient Holiday Treat


  • Author: Lidia Bellacci
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 squares 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Classic Rice Krispie treats get a holiday twist with warm gingerbread spices, molasses, and a drizzle of white chocolate.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows
  • 2 tbsp molasses
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: melted white chocolate for drizzle

Instructions

  • 1. Grease a 9×13-inch pan with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.
  • 2. In a large pot, melt butter over low heat.
  • 3. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
  • 4. Stir in molasses, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, vanilla, and salt until well combined.
  • 5. Remove from heat and immediately stir in Rice Krispies cereal, mixing until evenly coated.
  • 6. Press mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan using a buttered spatula or wax paper.
  • 7. Let cool for at least 30 minutes, then cut into squares.
  • 8. Drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired before serving.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a dash of black pepper or allspice to the marshmallow mixture.
  • These treats store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • You can also dip half of each square in melted white chocolate for a festive look.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: rice krispie treats, gingerbread, holiday dessert, no bake