Marshmallow Krispie Treat Christmas Wreaths
Marshmallow Krispie Treat Christmas Wreaths are a delightful holiday treat that combines crispy rice cereal and gooey marshmallows into festive, whimsical wreath shapes. Perfect for family gatherings or as a thoughtful homemade gift, these colorful treats will have everyone asking for more. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, they bring a touch of nostalgia and holiday cheer to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 wreaths 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crispy rice cereal
- 5 cups mini marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 drops green food coloring
- 1/2 cup red candy melts (optional)
- 1/4 cup festive sprinkles
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add mini marshmallows, stirring constantly until fully melted.
- Remove from heat and fold in crispy rice cereal until well coated.
- Stir in green food coloring until desired shade is achieved.
- Allow mixture to cool slightly, then grease hands and shape into wreaths (3-4 inches wide).
- Melt red candy melts according to package instructions; drizzle over wreaths and add sprinkles while still warm.
- Let cool completely on parchment paper before serving or storing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wreath (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Customize the wreaths by using flavored marshmallows or adding peppermint extract for a seasonal twist. For added crunch, consider incorporating different cereals like cornflakes.