Description
Delight in the festive flavors of Peppermint Bark Rice Krispies Treats, combining classic crispy marshmallow squares with rich dark and white chocolate layers and a refreshing peppermint crunch from crushed candy canes. Perfect for holiday celebrations or a sweet treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter
- 2 (10-ounce) bags miniature marshmallows
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 8 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ¼ cup crushed candy canes (about 4 candy canes), divided
- 5 ounces chopped dark chocolate (about ¾ cup)
- 5 ounces chopped white chocolate (about ¾ cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and unwrap and crush the candy canes into small pieces.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Reduce heat to low and add most of the marshmallows, reserving 1 cup for later. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Combine with Flavorings and Cereal: Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the peppermint extract, Rice Krispies cereal, 2 tablespoons of the crushed candy canes, and the reserved marshmallows until everything is evenly coated.
- Shape the Treats: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press gently into an even layer using the empty butter wrapper, a buttered spatula, or your hands without compacting too tightly.
- Melt the Chocolates: In separate microwave-safe bowls, melt the chopped dark chocolate and white chocolate by heating in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
- Decorate and Set: Drizzle the melted dark and white chocolate evenly over the Rice Krispies layer. Shake the pan gently to smooth the chocolate top and sprinkle with the remaining crushed candy canes. Allow the treats to cool and set completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Storage: Keep treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to maintain freshness and chewiness.
- Freezing: Wrap each square in plastic wrap and freeze in an airtight container for up to two months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Reheating: Warm thawed treats briefly in the microwave for a gooey texture, but avoid overheating to preserve the chocolate layers.
- Make Ahead: These treats can be prepared up to three days in advance and stored in a sealed container, making them ideal for easy holiday entertaining.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
