Description
Christmas Rice Krispie Treats: A quick, no-bake holiday favorite that’s soft, chewy, and bursting with festive color. Made with gluten-free rice cereal, colorful M&Ms and holiday sprinkles, these treats are perfect for Christmas parties, cookie trays, classroom treats, or cozy afternoons—ready in minutes for a crowd-pleasing celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups gluten-free rice cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ¾ cup red and green M&Ms
- ¼ cup holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter completely.
- Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Gently fold in rice cereal until evenly coated.
- Let mixture cool slightly, then fold in M&Ms and sprinkles.
- Press evenly into the prepared pan using a greased spatula.
- Let set briefly, then cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the pan is well-greased or lined with parchment for easy release.
- Let the mixture cool slightly before folding in M&Ms and sprinkles to prevent colors from bleeding.
- For a vegan option, substitute with vegan marshmallows and dairy-free butter.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 1 square)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: Christmas Rice Krispie Treats, gluten-free no-bake dessert, holiday treats, M&Ms, sprinkles, Christmas snack, quick dessert, party treats