Need a simple and oh-so cute Christmas treat? No need to look any further, because these Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect festive sweet treat!
Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats
If you love making special treats this time of year, you are going to love Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats. They’re so easy to make and perfect for the holidays. Plus, they taste amazing! These Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats are perfect for a snack, dessert or for Christmas parties. I have even made them for bake sales and school snacks.
Variations to Reindeer Rice Krispies
While there are not too many ways to change up these Reindeer Rice Krispies, you can:
Change The Marshmallows – You can use different colors of marshmallows or use different flavors.
Extracts – If you want to add more flavor, you can add different extracts to the treats. Peppermint is a great flavor to add this time of year.
Add A Different Cereal – Each cereal has its own flavor and texture. You can easily use a different cereal in this recipe.
How To Store Reindeer Rice Krispies Treats
If you are not serving the Reindeer Rice Krispies Treats right away, you will want to store them so that they do not get stale. You can store them in an airtight container. They should last for 5-7 days this way.
Can I Freeze Rice Krispie Treats?
Yes, you can freeze Rice Krispie Treats. In fact, it is a great way to extend the shelf life of these treats. You can simply store them in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to one month.
What Kind of Pan Should I put the Rice Krispie Treats in?
Normally, I would put Rice Krispies treats in a 9×13-inch pan. However, for these treats, I want to cut them into triangles. I can still do that in a regular pan, but it is much easier in a pie plate. Since the plate is circular, I can cut them like a pie. This will create the triangles I want.
What Should I Use for the Nose?
I am making the nose with an M&M. For some of my treats, I am using a red candy and for others I am using a brown one. If you don’t have M&M’s, you can also use a chocolate chip. You could even use a small bit of licorice that has been cut down with kitchen scissors.
Ingredients
- Nonstick spray, for greasing
- 4 tablespoons butter, salted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup white chocolate melts
- Chocolate-covered mini pretzels
- Candy eyes
- Red and brown M&M’s
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by spraying with nonstick spray
Step 2: In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat.
Step 3: Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4: Add in the marshmallows and stir continuously until they have melted.
Step 5: Stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until coated with the marshmallow cream.
Step 6: Spoon the coated Rice Krispies into the prepared baking dish and gently press down to spread the mixture.
Step 7: Allow the Rice Krispies mixture to cool for 30 minutes.
Step 8: Using a spatula, gently loosen the edges of the treats. Turn the dish over onto a clean cutting board. Use a large knife to trim the edges so they are straight. Set aside the trimmed pieces.
Step 9: Cut the block of treats down the middle the long way. This will split the treats into two pieces.
Step 10: Cut each section on an angle to form triangle-shaped pieces.
Step 11: Place the white chocolate melts into a microwave-safe container. Follow the directions for your brand of white chocolate melts. If they do not have directions, then microwave for 1 minute at 50% power or on the defrost setting. Stir well. If not melted, place in the microwave for 30 seconds and stir again.
Decorate the treats
Step 12: Place a small amount of melted chocolate on the back of one corner of a mini pretzel and stick it to a corner of the treat (opposite the point of the triangle) to be an antler. Repeat for the other side.
Step 13: Using a spoon or a toothpick, place a small amount of melted white chocolate on the back of each eye and position on the reindeer.
Step 14: Using a spoon or a toothpick, place a small amount of the melted white chocolate on the side of the M&M that has the printed logo. Press the red or brown M&M on the tip of the triangle to make the nose. Some will be Rudolph Reindeer (red nose) and others will be one of the other 8 reindeer that pull Santa’s sleigh (brown nose).
Step 15: Place the decorated treats on a baking sheet and put in the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes to harden the chocolate.
Step 16: Serve and enjoy!
Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- Nonstick spray, for greasing
- 4 tablespoons butter, salted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup white chocolate melts
- Chocolate-covered mini pretzels
- Candy eyes
- Red and brown M&M’s
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by spraying with nonstick spray.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add in the marshmallows and stir continuously until they have melted. Stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until coated with the marshmallow cream.
- Spoon the coated Rice Krispies into the prepared baking dish and gently press down to spread the mixture. Allow to cool for 30 minutes.
- Using a spatula, gently loosen the edges of the treats. Turn the dish over onto a clean cutting board. Use a large knife to trim the edges so they are straight. Set aside the trimmed pieces.
- Cut the block of treats down the middle the long way. This will split the treats into two pieces. Cut each section on an angle to form triangle-shaped pieces.
- Place the white chocolate melts into a microwave-safe container. Follow the directions for your brand of white chocolate melts. If they do not have directions, then microwave for 1 minute at 50% power or on the defrost setting. Stir well. If not melted, place in the microwave for 30 seconds and stir again.
To Decorate The Treats:
- Place a small amount of melted chocolate on the back of one corner of a mini pretzel and stick it to a corner of the treat (opposite the point of the triangle) to make an antler. Repeat for the other side.
- Using a spoon or a toothpick, place a small amount of melted white chocolate on the back of each eye and position them on the reindeer.
- Using a spoon or a toothpick, place a small amount of the melted white chocolate on the side of the M&M that has the printed logo. Press the red or brown M&M on the tip of the triangle to make the nose. Some will be Rudolph the reindeer (red nose) and others will be one of the other reindeer that pull Santa’s sleigh (brown nose).
- Place the decorated treats on a baking sheet and put them in the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes to harden the chocolate. Serve and enjoy!
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