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Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

Chewy Rice Krispie bars infused with warm gingerbread spices and molasses, a festive no-bake holiday treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 10 oz mini marshmallows 1 bag
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cup molasses
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 pinch salt
Optional Topping
  • white chocolate drizzle for topping

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing spoon
  • 9x13 pan
  • Butter spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, melt butter over low heat.
  2. Stir in molasses until smooth and combined.
  3. Add marshmallows and stir until melted and glossy.
  4. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  5. Remove from heat and fold in Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
  6. Press mixture into greased 9x13 pan with buttered spatula.
  7. Let cool 30 minutes before slicing. Optional: drizzle with white chocolate.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Great for gifting or adding to a holiday cookie tray.