Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats
Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats offer a festive twist to classic marshmallow treats, combining warm gingerbread flavors with crunchy Rice Krispies. Perfect for holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 oz package marshmallows or 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- to taste Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the spices (ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves), vanilla extract, and salt.
- Add the Rice Krispies cereal and mix until well coated.
- Using a buttered spatula or your hands, press the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
- Optional: decorate with icing or festive sprinkles.
Notes
Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also refrigerate or freeze them for longer storage, letting them come back to room temperature before serving again. Adjust spices to taste for a stronger flavor.