Santa Rice Krispie Treats
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These festive and irresistible Santa Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect addition to your Christmas celebration.
Santa Rice Krispy Treats
Get ready to spread holiday cheer with our delightful Santa Rice Krispy Treats!
These festive and irresistible goodies are the perfect addition to your Christmas celebration.
Crafted with love, they feature Santa Claus decorations with his edible hat, making them a hit for kids and adults.
Whether you’re looking for a fun activity to do with the kids or a unique addition to your holiday party spread, Santa Rice Krispies Treats are the perfect choice.
With our step-by-step instructions and decorating ideas, you can easily make them at home and customize them to your liking.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Santa Rice Krispies Treats are a fun and easy way to celebrate the holiday season.
- Both kids and adults will love these festive and adorable treats.
- Semi-homemade makes it quicker to make last-minute treats.
Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: N/A
Servings: 16 Rice Krispies
What You Need for the Best Rice Krispie Treats
- Rice Krispies, unwrapped (or make your own)
- Red candy melts
- White chocolate chips or candy melts
- Shredded coconut
- Mini marshmallows
- Red sanding sugar
- Red cinnamon candies or M&M’s (about 16)
- Candy eyeballs (about 32)
Pro Tip: If you want to add a little extra kick to your muffins, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dry mix. It will give your muffins a subtle and spicy flavor.
How to Make Santa Rice Krispie Treats
Line your workspace with parchment.
Unwrap the rice krispy treats and lay them out on your work surface.
Melt the white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 15-30 second increments and stir well between each interval until smooth.
Dip the bottom ¼-⅓ of each Rice Krispy in the melted white chocolate. Scrape the excess into the bowl and set it back on the parchment.
Immediately sprinkle some shredded coconut over the white to create the beard. Allow to set.
Transfer the remaining melted white chocolate to a piping bag or ziploc, and set aside.
Melt the red candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 15-30 second increments and stir well between intervals until smooth.
Dip the top ¼-⅓ of each Rice Krispies in the red candy melts. Scrape the excess into the bowl and set it back on the parchment.
Place your mini marshmallows along the edge of the red line to create the fur of the hat. Then sprinkle with a pinch (or more) of the red sanding sugar.
Cut a small hole in the end of the white chocolate piping bag (you can always cut it bigger if needed but start smaller than you think).
Pipe a small dot on each eyeball candy and set it into place on each rice krispies treat.
Finally, pipe a small dot on a red candy and place the nose onto the Rice Krispy.
Allow to set for the chocolate to reharden.
Storage
Store the decorated rice krispies in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
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Santa Rice Krispy Treats
Ingredients
- 16 Rice Krispies unwrapped (or make your own)
- ½ c red candy melts
- ½ c white chocolate chips or candy melts
- ¼ c shredded coconut
- ½ c mini marshmallows
- ¼ c red sanding sugar
- 1 T. red cinnamon candies or M&M’s about 16
- ¼ c candy eye balls about 32
Instructions
- Line your workspace with parchment. Â
- Unwrap the rice krispy treats and lay them out on your work surface. Â
- Melt the white candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 15-30 second increments and stir well between intervals until smooth.Â
- Dip the bottom ¼-â…“ of each Rice Krispy in the melted white chocolate. Scrape the excess back into the bowl and set it back on the parchment. Â
- Immediately sprinkle some shredded coconut over the white to create the beard. Allow to set. Â
- Transfer the remaining melted white chocolate to a piping bag or ziploc, and set aside.
- Melt the red candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 15-30 second increments and stir well between intervals until smooth.Â
- Dip the top ¼-â…“ of each Rice Krispy in the red candy melts. Scrape the excess back into the bowl and set it back on the parchment.Â
- Place your mini marshmallows along the edge of the red line to create the fur of the hat. Then sprinkle with a pinch (or more) of the red sanding sugar.Â
- Cut a small hole in the end of the white chocolate piping bag (you can always cut it bigger if needed but start smaller than you think).Â
- Pipe a small dot on each eyeball candy and set it into place on each Rice Krispy treat.Â
- Finally, pipe a small dot on a red candy and place the nose onto the Rice Krispy.Â
- Allow to set for the chocolate to reharden.Â
Notes
Nutrition
Can I make Santa Rice Krispies Treats ahead of time?
Yes! Santa Rice Krispies Treats can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Just be sure to keep them in a cool, dry place.
Can I use a different cereal instead of Rice Krispies?
Yes, you can use different cereals to make your treats. However, keep in mind that the texture may vary, so it’s best to stick with a crispy cereal like Rice Krispies for the classic texture.
Can I add flavors to the Rice Krispies mixture?
Absolutely! You can add a variety of flavors to your Rice Krispies mixture to make it more interesting. Consider adding vanilla extract, almond extract, or even cocoa powder for a chocolatey twist.
Conclusion
Santa Rice Krispies Treats are a delicious and playful way to embrace the holiday spirit.
With their adorable Santa shapes and festive decorations, these treats will undoubtedly bring smiles to the faces of all who enjoy them.
So go ahead and get creative with your own Santa Rice Krispies Treats this holiday season.
Share them with friends and family, or simply enjoy them as a sweet treat to indulge in during this joyous time of year.
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