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Chocolate Peppermint Rice Crispy Bars

Irresistible Chocolate Peppermint Rice Crispy Bars to Delight You

Delight in these Chocolate Peppermint Rice Crispy Bars, a perfect balance of ease and festive flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 cups Rice Crispy Cereal gluten-free option available
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips semi-sweet or dark for flavor
  • 4 tablespoons Butter can substitute with coconut oil
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows for even distribution
For the Peppermint Twist
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract for minty essence
  • 1 cup Crushed Peppermint Candies candy canes work well
Optional Topping
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate for drizzle

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare all ingredients by gathering them and ensuring they're at room temperature.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chocolate chips, stirring until smooth.
  3. Add mini marshmallows to the melted mixture and stir until fully melted.
  4. Fold in Rice Crispy Cereal until completely coated.
  5. Transfer mixture into a greased or lined 9x13-inch baking dish, pressing down evenly.
  6. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow bars to firm up.
  7. Melt white chocolate and drizzle over set bars, then sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top.
  8. Cut the bars into squares or rectangles and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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