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Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

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Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats are a festive, no-bake holiday dessert with warm spices, molasses, and gooey marshmallows. A cozy twist on the classic snack, these treats are quick to make and perfect for gifting, parties, or Christmas cookie trays.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: ~40 minutes
  • Yield: About 16 squares
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (or brown rice cereal)
  • 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves or nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: festive sprinkles, melted white chocolate for drizzling

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
  2. Stir in cinnamon, ginger, cloves (if using), and molasses until well combined.
  3. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Quickly fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, mixing until evenly coated.
  6. Press the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking dish using a spatula or wax paper.
  7. Let cool completely at room temperature.
  8. Cut into squares and, if desired, drizzle with melted white chocolate or add sprinkles before serving.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add chopped crystallized ginger or crushed gingersnaps.
  • Reduce cereal slightly (to 5½ cups) for a softer texture.
  • Use plant-based butter and dairy-free marshmallows for a dairy-free version.
  • Avoid overpacking the mixture in the pan to keep treats chewy.
  • Do not refrigerate — they’ll harden.

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