Description
Cranberry Orange Rice Krispie Treats are soft, chewy bars bursting with bright citrus and tart dried cranberries — a festive, no-bake twist on a classic snack that’s perfect for holidays and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¾ cup dried cranberries
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Lightly grease an 8×8-inch pan and set aside.
- In a large pot, melt butter over low heat.
- Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Stir in orange zest, orange juice, and salt.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in Rice Krispies cereal and dried cranberries until evenly coated.
- Press mixture evenly into prepared pan using a spatula or lightly greased hands.
- Let cool for about 20 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Grease the pan and your hands well to prevent sticking.
- Let the bars cool completely for clean slicing.
- For a stronger orange flavor, add a little more orange zest to taste.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, stovetop-melt marshmallow and press into pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (12 servings)
Keywords: Cranberry Orange Rice Krispie Treats, Cranberry Rice Krispie Bars, Orange Cranberry treats, no-bake dessert, holiday snack, kid-friendly treat, citrus dessert, festive snack, Christmas treats