Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

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These Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Treats are a fun twist on the traditional treat!  These are my favorite rice crispy treats recipe covered in melted white chocolate and sprinkled with crushed candy cane powder. They have a lovely, light peppermint flavor paired with that ooey, gooey, rice krispie treat that you love. You might also love Peppermint Ice Cream Truffles and Vanilla Peppermint Hot Cocoa Sticks.

‘Tis the season for spreading joy, and what better way to do so than with a delightful holiday treat that combines the classic charm of Rice Krispie treats with the festive flavors of peppermint and white chocolate? Get ready to embark on a journey of sweet indulgence as we whip up a batch of Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats that are not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser at any holiday gathering.

Making Peppermint Rice Krispie Treats

The base of this festive recipe, the rice krispie treats, is my go-to recipe any time I make them.  (affiliate links provided for your convenience)

Ingredients:

• butter
• marshmallows
• rice krispie cereal
• crushed candy canes

Anyone else love homemade rice krispie treats? There is just something magical that happens when you melt butter, add marshmallows and some of the beloved crispy rice cereal. I love how easy the recipe is to remember. 

Prepare the Base:

Melt butter in a large pan over medium-low heat. Once the butter is melted, add the marshmallows. Stir continually until marshmallows are melted. Once marshmallows are melted, remove from heat. Add the rice krispie cereal and stir until evenly combined.

Press into a Pan:

Transfer the mixture into a greased or lined baking pan. Use a spatula or your hands (lightly coated with butter to prevent sticking) to press the mixture evenly into the pan. Allow it to cool and set while we move on to the next delightful step.

Melted White Chocolate:

I love white chocolate melted onto treats! It’s so creamy and adds a great flavor. I personally like using vanilla, white chocolate melts. I find they melt and spread easier. If you prefer you can melt white chocolate chips.

I put my melts into a glass measuring cup and microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring after each time to see how melted it is. Once the white chocolate is melted pour on top of the cooled rice krispie treats and spread until the top is evenly coated. If you wanted even more peppermint flavor you could add a teaspoon of peppermint extract to your melted chocolate

Crushed Candy Canes

Peppermint Dust Sprinkles is my favorite for topping treats during the holidays. It’s a fine, crushed peppermint which helps to spread it more evenly. Add as much as you’d like as soon as you’ve spread out that melted white chocolate (it will start to set up quick). You could crush up your own candy canes or peppermint candies. I’d recommend placing in a ziploc bag and gently hitting the candies with a rolling pin.

Once the white chocolate has set up, you can cut into squares and serve. They make great Christmas gifts for your neighbors, Christmas party treats or hostess gift!

Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are easy to make and perfect for Christmas and/or Valentine’s Day! Your favorite rice crispy treats with white chocolate and crushed candy canes

Print Recipe

Prep Time:5 minutes mins

Cook Time:15 minutes mins

Total Time:20 minutes mins

Equipment

• 9×13 pan

Ingredients

Rice Krispie Treats

• 6 tbsp butter
• 6 cups marshmallows full or mini marshmallows
• 6 cups rice krispie cereal

White Chocolate Spread

• 1 1/2 cups vanilla white chocolate melts

Peppermint Topings

• 1-2 tsp peppermint dust sprinkles

Instructions

Rice Krispie Treats

• Melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat. Once butter is melted add the marshmallows. Stir continually until the marshmallows are melted.  
• Once marshmallows are melted, remove from heat. Add the rice krispie cereal and stir until evenly combined.
• Add the rice krispie treats to a prepared pan. I spray my pan with nonstick spray but your can coat with melted butter too. I find that coating my hands with the nonstick spray and then pressing the treats into the pan helps to prevent unwanted sticking.
• Let the treats set up to room temperature before moving on.

White Chocolate Spread

• I put my melts into a glass measuring cup and microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring after each time to see how melted it is.  
• Once the white chocolate is melted drizzle on top of the cooled rice krispie treats and spread until the top is evenly coated.

Peppermint Topping

• Add as much Peppermint Dust Sprinkles as you’d like as soon as you’ve spread out that melted white chocolate (it will start to set up quick).
• Let the white chocolate set up until firm and then cut into squares.

Notes

Store the leftovers in an airtight container and keep at room temperature for up to a week. They are best if served or gifted within 2 days of making though.

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Christmas, Valentine

Servings: 12 servings

There you have it – Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats that are sure to be the star of your holiday dessert spread. These delightful treats embody the essence of the season with their festive colors, delightful flavors, and irresistible texture. Share them with loved ones, bring them to festive gatherings, or simply savor the joy of the holidays one delicious bite at a time. Happy baking!