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Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

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These Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats are a quick, no-bake holiday dessert bursting with warm spices, molasses, and gooey marshmallows. Chewy, crispy, and topped with white chocolate or festive sprinkles, they’re a nostalgic twist on a classic treat with cozy gingerbread flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp molasses
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves or nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: white chocolate (melted), festive sprinkles, mini gingerbread cookies

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
  2. Stir in molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves (if using) until fragrant.
  3. Add the mini marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Quickly fold in the Rice Krispies cereal and mix until well coated.
  6. Press the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan using a spatula or lightly greased hands.
  7. If desired, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top and add sprinkles before it sets.
  8. Let cool for 15–20 minutes, then slice into squares and serve.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, stick with molasses, but maple syrup or dark corn syrup can be substituted.
  • Add crushed gingersnaps for texture or stir in mini chocolate chips for a sweet contrast.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze individually for up to a month.
  • Let frozen treats thaw at room temperature before serving.

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