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Peppermint Bark Rice Krispies Treats

These Peppermint Bark Rice Krispies Treats are the perfect blend of chewy marshmallow goodness and festive holiday flavor. With layers of melted chocolate and crushed candy canes, these easy holiday treats bring a delightful crunch and the added peppermint flavor we all love this time of year.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 18 servings
Author: Amy Nash

Ingredients

  • ½ cup salted butter
  • 2 (10-ounce) bags miniature marshmallows
  • ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 8 cups Rice Krispies
  • ¼ cup crushed candy canes, divided (about 4 candy canes)
  • 5 ounces chopped dark chocolate (about ¾ cup)
  • 5 ounces chopped white chocolate (about ¾ cup)

Instructions

  • Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Unwrap and crush candy canes.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Reduce the heat to low and add most of the marshmallows, setting aside 1 cup for later. Stir until completely melted and combined.
    ½ cup salted butter, 2 (10-ounce) bags miniature marshmallows
  • Remove from heat and stir in the peppermint extract, Rice Krispies, 2 tablespoons of the crushed candy canes, and the reserved marshmallows. Transfer to the prepared pan, pressing gently into an even layer without compacting. It helps to use the empty butter wrapper or buttered hands or spatula to press out the rice krispies treats.
    ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract, 8 cups Rice Krispies, ¼ cup crushed candy canes,
  • Carefully melt the dark chocolate and white chocolate in separate bowls by heating in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each burst of heat, until smooth. Drizzle both types of chocolate over the rice krispies treats, then give the pan a little shake to help smooth out the top a bit. Sprinkle with the remaining crushed candy cane pieces. Let the rice krispies set up completely before slicing them into squares.
    5 ounces chopped dark chocolate, 5 ounces chopped white chocolate

Notes

Storage & Make Ahead

  • Store: Keep treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to stay fresh and chewy.
  • Freeze: Wrap each square in plastic wrap and freeze in a container for up to two months. Thaw at room temperature.
  • Reheat: Warm thawed treats briefly in the microwave for a gooey texture, but don’t overdo it to preserve the chocolate layers.
  • Make Ahead: Prepare up to three days in advance and store in a sealed container—perfect for easy holiday entertaining!

Nutrition

Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 140mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 991IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 5mg

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