Capture the spirit of Christmas with our Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats! An easy guide to craft these festive delights and spread holiday joy.
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Indulge in the holiday spirit with our delightful Santa Rice Krispie Treats! This festive and easy-to-follow guide will have you creating delicious and adorable snacks, perfect for spreading Christmas cheer. Get ready to add a touch of sweetness to your holiday celebrations!
A super tasty project that’s both fun and festive? Making Santa Claus Rice Krispie Treats is where it’s at! They’re easy. Delicious. And great option for your next Christmas party, holiday party, or class Christmas party!
I’m always on the lookout for ways to add some Santa magic to my holiday season. And the food is great for that! First, because my house is already brimming with pretty much every craft and fun Christmas project you can think of! So this is a nice break!
But second, who doesn’t like eating delicious treats at Christmas parties that are actually themed too? Simple Ingredients. Adorable Santa Claus rice krispie treat. Sign me up!
Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats
These Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats are a fun twist on a classic favorite!
Santa’s hat is kinda magical. I’ve seen movies where you can talk into it. Where it flies. Where it can turn someone into Santa. I mean… what kinda magic doesn’t it have? If you love Santa, don't miss our Santa Crafts.
So why not grab a little joy from the red hat and turn it into some holiday treats that everyone will enjoy?
The Fun of Cooking with Kids
Cooking with kids! I think most people either love it or hate it. If you love it, then this will be right up your alley. If you’re not so sure, try it! This fun treat is actually super easy to make and creates just a small amount of mess. But it’s great and getting kids involved and creating!
Cooking is about so much more than just following a recipe! It’s about creativity, learning, and making memories. It’s math. And science. And art. Kids mix, shape, and decorate their Santa treats all while developing important life skills and having a great time.
They can decorate with all the red and white colors and you can trust that they’re actually learning at the same time! It's the perfect activity for a Christmas party or just a cozy day at home.
Best Rice Krispie Treats
Do you need the perfect treat for Christmas Eve? You’ve found it! Maybe your Santa is a little sick of eating cookies every year.
Maybe Santa would enjoy something else instead… or maybe you just have too much Rice Krispies cereal in the cupboard. No matter when or why you make fun Christmas treats, you’re going to totally love the outcome! They’re actually really delicious! On top of being adorable!
So why not make something that looks as good as it tastes? These Rice Krispie Treat Santas are such a yummy snack and a great way to bring joy and holiday spirit into your home or classroom. I like making them for class parties by the way! The kids always get a kick out of them!
So let your kids show off their culinary skills. Or show off your own! Whatever you do, just be sure to share with friends and family! You’ll totally enjoy eating these delicious treats together!
So, let's get ready to whip up some Santa magic in the kitchen! These treats are sure to be a hit at any holiday gatherings or school party.
Don't miss our other cute Christmas Rice Krispie treats that are sure to be the hit this Christmas Season including our Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats and our Grinch Rice Krispie Treats. As well as some other sweet treats including Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies, Best Holiday Cookies, and Mini Gingerbread Cakes
Ingredients For Christmas Santa Treats
What makes these adorable Santa Claus rice krispie treats one a favorite treat of the holidays is how we decorate our delicious homemade rice crispy treats. So once you have your cereal treats made and cut into rectangles you will also need the following. P.S. You can always use store-bought Krispy Treats for this recipe too.
- Red Candy Melts
- White Candy Melts
- Coconut Oil or Vegetable Shortening
- Mini Marshmallows
How To Make Santa Hat Rice Krispies Treats
Pour 1 cup of red candy melts and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil into a medium bowl. Microwave for 1 minute at 50% power. Carefully remove from microwave and slowly stir. Candy melts will not be fully melted. Put back in the microwave for 30 seconds at 50% power and stir. Repeat for 15-second intervals at 50% power, careful not to overheat until fully melted and is a smooth honey-like texture. If needed add 2 teaspoons of coconut oil and stir.
Lining a baking sheet with parchment paper and grab a bowl of your mini marshmallows
Chocolate Melts
At a diagonal, dip half of the rice cereal treat into the mixture allowing the excess to drip off, and place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Add one mini marshmallow to the top corner.
When all rice cereal treats are dipped and mini marshmallows are placed, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to set.
While rice cereal treats are setting in the refrigerator, melt ¼ cup of white candy melts (or white chocolate chips) and ½ teaspoon of coconut oil in the microwave for 1 minute at 50% power. Repeat for 15-second intervals at 50% power, careful not to overheat until fully melted and a smooth honey-like texture.
Remove the set of treats from the refrigerator
Place a disposable piping bag in a cup or jar.
Pour melted white chocolate into the piping bag and carefully cut off the tip of the bag.
Add chocolate “fur” trim to the base of the red chocolate like the bottom of Santa hats
Place decorated treats on a lined baking sheet and set them in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to harden.
Viola, you have super cute Santa Rice Krispies Treats! Serve on a platter or treat bags.
Happy Holidays and Happy Treat-making!
We highlighted this Christmas Treat along with some other fun kid's crafts in our Christmas Crafts as well as December Crafts along with our Easy Craft Ideas for kids.
Can You Make Rice Crispy Treats Ahead of Time
You absolutely can make these days ahead of your holiday gatherings. They are best the day of, but in the case you are making them before, wrap them in plastic wrap or wax paper and store them in an airtight container. They will be good for up to 3 days. Although, I doubt they will last that long.
Equipment Used in This Christmas Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- 2 Medium Microwavable Bowls
- 2 Silicone Spatulas
- Piping bag or Quart-size Plastic Storage Bag
- Potholder or Oven mitt
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Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 16 Rice Cereal Treats
- 1 cup Red Candy Melts
- ¼ cup White Candy Melts
- 2 Tablespoon + 2 ½ Teaspoon Coconut Oil
- 16 dozen Mini Marshmallows
Instructions
- Pour 1 cup of red candy melts and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil into a medium bowl. Microwave for 1 minute at 50% power. Carefully remove from microwave and slowly stir. Candy melts will not be fully melted. Put back in the microwave for 30 seconds at 50% power and stir. Repeat for 15-second intervals at 50% power, careful not to overheat until fully melted and has a smooth honey-like texture. If needed add 2 teaspoons of coconut oil and stir.
- Lining a baking sheet with parchment paper and grab a bowl of your mini marshmallows
- At a diagonal, dip half of the rice cereal treat into the mixture allowing the excess to drip off, and place it on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Add one mini marshmallow to the top corner.
- When all rice cereal treats are dipped and mini marshmallows are placed, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to set.
- While rice cereal treats are setting in the refrigerator, melt ¼ cup of white candy melts (or white chocolate chips) and ½ teaspoon of coconut oil in the microwave for 1 minute at 50% power. Repeat for 15-second intervals at 50% power, careful not to overheat until fully melted and a smooth honey-like texture. Remove the set of treats from the refrigerator
- Place a disposable piping bag in a cup or jar.
- Pour melted white chocolate into the piping bag and carefully cut off the tip of the bag.
- Add chocolate “fur” trim to the base of the red chocolate like the bottom of Santa hats
- Place decorated treats on a lined baking sheet and set them in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to harden.
- Viola, you have super cute Santa Rice Krispies Treats!
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