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Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats for a Festive Crunch Delight

Enjoy the festive delight of Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats, blending classic treats with warm spices for a magical holiday treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter can substitute with margarine for dairy-free option
  • 0.5 cup molasses can substitute with honey or agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon can replace with pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger fresh ginger can be substituted
  • 6 cups mini marshmallows standard marshmallows can be used but will take longer to melt
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal can swap with any crispy rice cereal
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup quality white chocolate can substitute with milk or dark chocolate
  • ground cinnamon optional
  • ground ginger optional

Equipment

  • 9" x 13" baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Spray a 9" x 13" baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine unsalted butter, molasses, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger over low heat. Stir for 3-5 minutes until melted.
  3. Add mini marshmallows to the melted mixture and stir until fully melted and smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in Rice Krispies until well coated.
  5. Press the sticky mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish and allow to cool for 30 minutes.
  6. Melt white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, mixing in ground cinnamon and ginger if desired.
  7. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled treats and let set for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Customize with nuts or crushed cookies for added texture.

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