Marshmallow Mint Krispie Bars
Marshmallow Mint Krispie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic treat, combining the gooey sweetness of marshmallows with a refreshing mint flavor. Perfect for any occasion, from holiday parties to cozy movie nights, these colorful bars promise to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Quick and easy to make, they require no baking skills—ideal for both seasoned bakers and kitchen novices alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups Rice Cereal
- 4 cups Mini Marshmallows
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 tsp Peppermint Extract
- 3 drops Green Food Coloring
- 1 cup White Chocolate Chips (for topping)
- 1/2 cup Crushed Peppermints (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing your counter and gathering ingredients.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted.
- Remove from heat and mix in peppermint extract and food coloring until combined.
- Fold in the rice cereal gently until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, pressing down evenly with wax paper.
- Melt white chocolate chips in the microwave; drizzle over cooled bars and sprinkle crushed peppermints on top.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping Rice Cereal for chocolate-flavored ones or adding extra crushed peppermint candies. Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature; they will remain fresh for up to one week.