Save Festive, fun, and easy-to-make treats shaped like Christmas trees, perfect for holiday gatherings or family activities. These sweet, crunchy snacks are coated in green-tinted marshmallow and decorated with colorful candies.
These treats bring out the holiday spirit in every bite and are always a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Main Mixture: 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal, 3 cups mini marshmallows, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, Green food coloring
- Decorations: 1/3 cup mini M&Ms or colored sprinkles, 12 small star-shaped candies or yellow M&Ms
- Optional: 12 pretzel sticks (for tree trunks), Nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper for shaping
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Step 2:
- Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract and several drops of green food coloring until the mixture reaches your desired shade.
- Step 3:
- Add Rice Krispies cereal and quickly fold until fully coated.
- Step 4:
- Let the mixture cool for 1 2 minutes (so its not too hot to handle but still pliable).
- Step 5:
- Coat your hands with nonstick spray or lightly butter them. Shape the mixture into 12 cone-shaped trees.
- Step 6:
- If using pretzel sticks, gently insert one into the base of each tree for a trunk.
- Step 7:
- Decorate the trees with mini M&Ms or sprinkles as ornaments, and press a star-shaped candy or yellow M&M on top of each tree.
- Step 8:
- Place on parchment paper and let set at room temperature for 15 20 minutes until firm.
Save This recipe brings the family together every year, creating sweet memories along with the treats.
Required Tools
Large saucepan, Mixing spoon, Measuring cups and spoons, Parchment paper or nonstick spray, (Optional) Star-shaped cookie cutter for candies
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter), gluten (if using standard pretzel sticks), and soy (in some candies). Contains possible traces of nuts and gluten depending on candy brands. Always double-check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 125, Total Fat: 3 g, Carbohydrates: 25 g, Protein: 1 g
Save A delightful, festive treat perfect for sharing and celebrating the season.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the treats into trees without sticking?
Coat your hands lightly with nonstick spray or butter before shaping; this prevents sticking and makes molding easier.
- → Can I use different cereals instead of Rice Krispies?
Yes, puffed rice or similar crispy cereals work well, but texture and binding may vary slightly.
- → What decorations work best for these treats?
Mini colored candies, sprinkles, and star-shaped sweets add festive color and charm.
- → How can I store the treats to keep them fresh?
Place them in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness for up to 3 days.
- → Is there a way to make the decorations stick better?
Melted white chocolate can be used as an adhesive to secure decorations firmly.