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Easy Christmas Rice Krispie Treats with M&Ms

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These festive Rice Krispie Treats are made by stirring M&Ms directly into the warm marshmallow mixture, creating perfectly speckled bars with pockets of chocolate in every bite. Quick, easy, and kid-friendly, they are the ultimate holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter
  • 10 ounces (283 g) mini marshmallows
  • 6 cups (180 g) Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1 cup (200 g) Christmas M&Ms
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the long sides. Lightly grease the parchment with butter or cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Place a large pot over medium-low heat and add the butter. Stir occasionally until completely melted. Do not let it brown.
  3. Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter. Stir constantly until the marshmallows are about 75% melted (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the salt and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Pour the M&Ms into the warm marshmallow mixture. Stir gently but quickly until evenly distributed.
  6. Add the Rice Krispies cereal all at once. Fold gently with a silicone spatula until the cereal is just coated (about 30 seconds). Do not over-stir.
  7. Scrape the mixture into the prepared pan. Use a greased spatula or buttered hands to gently press into an even layer. Do not press too hard.
  8. Let the treats cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Do not refrigerate.
  9. Use the parchment paper handles to lift the block out of the pan. Cut into 12 large bars or 24 smaller squares with a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts.

Notes

For best results, use fresh mini marshmallows and work quickly once the marshmallows are melted. Do not refrigerate the treats as they will become hard. The M&Ms should be stirred into the marshmallow mixture before adding the cereal to ensure even distribution. If the mixture becomes too stiff, microwave the pot for 5-10 seconds to soften.

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