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Hot Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Hot Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats for a Cozy Indulgence

Satisfy your sweet cravings with Hot Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats, a cozy indulgence combining rich chocolate, marshmallows, and crispy rice cereal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • ½ cup Butter Substitution: Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • ½ cup Milk Chocolate Chips Substitution: Dark chocolate chips for a more intense taste.
  • ½ cup Hot Chocolate Mix Check for gluten-free options if needed.
  • 4 cups Marshmallows Mini marshmallows work best for a uniform look.
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal Any crispy rice cereal can be substituted here.
Mix-Ins
  • ⅓ cup Mini Marshmallows (for mix-in) No substitution necessary.
Toppings
  • Optional Toppings Chocolate sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, dehydrated marshmallows, crushed candy canes. Choose your favorites for a personalized touch.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking tray
  • large pot
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease a 9"x13" baking tray with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Melt ½ cup of butter over low heat, stirring occasionally for about 2-3 minutes until fully melted.
  3. Add ½ cup of milk chocolate chips and stir continuously over low heat for another 1-2 minutes until completely melted.
  4. Mix in ½ cup of hot chocolate powder, stirring vigorously for about 1 minute until fully incorporated.
  5. Add 4 cups of mini marshmallows and stir continuously over low heat for approximately 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove the pot from heat and gently fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal using a spatula.
  7. Gently fold in ⅓ cup of mini marshmallows.
  8. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking tray and evenly spread it across the pan.
  9. Sprinkle your chosen toppings on top and press them gently into the mixture.
  10. Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Can be refrigerated for 2 weeks or frozen for 3 months.

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