Description
Grinch rice krispie treats blend festive green marshmallow magic with classic holiday cheer. Whimsical dessert squares deliver sweet nostalgia and playful Christmas spirit you can savor and share.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 1/2 cups rice krispie cereal
- 10 ounces (280 grams) mini marshmallows
- 12 ounces (340 grams) green candy melts
Binding and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) butter
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Decorative Ingredients:
- 14 drops green food coloring
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 inch pan by thoroughly coating the surface with butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows and butter, melting over medium heat while continuously stirring to create a smooth, consistent mixture.
- Remove from heat and quickly incorporate vibrant green food coloring and vanilla extract, mixing until the color is evenly distributed throughout the marshmallow base.
- Gently fold rice krispie cereal into the green marshmallow mixture, ensuring every piece is completely coated with the sticky green layer.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, using greased hands or a spatula to press and spread the mixture evenly, creating a smooth, compact layer.
- Melt candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring in coconut oil to achieve a silky, pourable consistency.
- Carefully drizzle and spread the white candy melt mixture over the green rice krispie base, creating a decorative topping.
- Immediately sprinkle heart-shaped decorations across the surface while the candy melts are still warm and slightly liquid.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator for approximately 20 minutes, allowing the treats to set completely and become firm.
- Once chilled and set, use a sharp knife to cut the treats into uniform, bite-sized squares for serving.
Notes
- Customize Colors Use gel food coloring for vibrant green without changing mixture consistency, ensuring rich Grinch-inspired hue.
- Texture Tip Press mixture gently when adding to pan to prevent dense, hard treats that might become difficult to bite.
- Sprinkle Strategy Choose heart-shaped sprinkles in red or pink to create perfect Grinch-themed visual contrast against green background.
- Make-Ahead Magic Prepare treats day before serving, storing in airtight container at room temperature to maintain soft, chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg