Celebrate the holiday season with these cute Grinch rice Krispie treats! Fun treats are great for a Christmas party or Grinch movie night!
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These Grinch Rice Krispie Treats are not only super cute in honor of one of my favorite Christmas movies, but more importantly delicious treats!
Having fun this Christmas season and all December long with a fun treat that symbolizes the growing heart because of kindness and the Christmas spirit!
How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Dr. Seuss brought a heartwarming story of the Christmas spirit with the book How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The classic Christmas book shares how the kindness of a single girl, Cindy Lou Who, would grow the heart of the grumpiest of grumpiest, the Grinch.
Christmas spirit helps to grow the Grinch's small heart. It is now one of the Christmas classics!
We are excited to share the fun of the Grinch with this fun Grinch dessert!
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Grinch Rice Krispies Treats Ingredients
- Rice Krispies
- Mini Marshmallows
- Unsalted Butter
- Vibrant Green Candy Melts
- Heart Sprinkles
- Red Paper Straws
How To Make The Grinch Rice Crispy Treats with Marshmallows
It's important to let the Rice Krispie treats cool to room temperature before cutting. If they are still warm, they will not hold their shape and be messy.
Once cooled, remove the entire square pan of treats from the baking pan. Then on a cutting board using a knife, cut into squares or rectangles. Whatever you prefer.
Classic Rice Krispie Treats
Start by lining your 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Spray the bottom of the pan, bowl, rubber spatula, and knife with nonstick cooking spray. Set to the side.
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add mini marshmallows and stir until they are completely melted. Remove from heat.
In a medium bowl add Rice Krispie cereal and fold in the marshmallow mixture until the cereal is completely covered. Stir in the remaining marshmallows.
Pour mixture into your pan and press mixture down. (The more compact you press, the harder your treats will be). Once they have cooled, you can cut them into rectangular pieces.
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In case you do not want to make homemade Rice Krispie treats, you can always use store-bought rice crispy treats for these fun Grinch treats!
Place a straw into the side of your rice crispy treat.
Place candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stir and place back into the microwave for 30 more seconds, and repeat till melted. If they are not melting properly, add a tablespoon of coconut oil or vegetable oil before placing them back into the microwave. Will make the melted candy smooth.
Dip ¾ of the Rice Krispie treat into the melted candy. Place on a sheet of wax paper.
Quickly add the Grinch's heart (red heart sprinkle) to the corner of the Grinch pops.
Let the Rice Krispie treats sit until the candy has set.
You have the cutest Grinch Stole Christmas cereal treats! They are so much fun!
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Tips for Making These Grinch Desserts
Can you make rice crispy treats ahead of time and freeze them?
You absolutely can make these ahead of time. They are best the day of, but in the case you are making them before, store them in an airtight container and they will be good for up to 3 days at room temperature or 6 weeks in the freezer. Although, I highly doubt they will last that long.
How Do You Cut Rice Krispie Treats neatly?
The best way to make sure your treats are cut out neatly is to spray the knife with butter or cooking spray. Repeat every couple of cuts to make sure it cuts smoothly.
Should You Use Candy Melts or Chocolate?
I prefer candy melts for this recipe, but bright green chocolate works too. Chocolate doesn't melt as smoothly without adding coconut oil to it.
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Grinch Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 5 Cups Rice Krispies
- 6 Cups Mini Marshmallows
- 5 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter
- ½ lb. Vibrant Green Candy Melts
- Heart Sprinkles
Instructions
- Classic Rice Krispie Treats
- Start by lining your 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Spray the bottom of the pan, bowl, rubber spatula, and knife with nonstick cooking spray. Set to the side.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add mini marshmallows and stir until they are completely melted. Remove from heat.
- In a medium bowl add rice Krispie cereal and fold in the marshmallow mixture until the cereal is completely covered. Stir in the remaining marshmallows.
- Pour mixture into your pan and press mixture down. (The more compact you press, the harder your treats will be). Once they have cooled, you can cut them into rectangular pieces.
- Place a straw into the side of your rice crispy treat.
- Place candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stir and place back into the microwave for 30 more seconds, and repeat till melted. If they are not melting properly, add a tablespoon of coconut oil or vegetable oil before placing them back into the microwave. Will make the melted candy smooth.
- Dip ¾ of the rice Krispie treat into the melted candy. Place on a sheet of wax paper.
- Quickly add the grinch's heart (red heart sprinkle) to the corner of the grinch pops.
- Let the Rice Krispie treats sit until the candy has set.
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