How to Make Peppermint Rice Krispie Treats
Melt the butter in a large saucepan., Add the marshmallows., Add and fold in the cereal., Set the Rice Krispies., Melt the chocolate., Spread the chocolate over the Rice Krispies., Garnish the Rice Krispies., Chill the mixture., Cut the treats into...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Melt the butter in a large saucepan.
Over a low heat setting, melt the butter to where it is nearly all liquid. -
Step 2: Add the marshmallows.
Combine and stir the butter and marshmallows until everything is melted thoroughly.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the peppermint extract. , As you stir, it may become a challenge to get the cereal coated. , Spread the mixture in a 9"x13" greased baking dish.
Use a greased spatula to quickly evenly spread it around. , Use 30 second intervals to melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
Stir between heating. , Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to evenly spread it around. , Use the crushed peppermint candy canes and evenly sprinkle them around. , Use plastic wrap to securely cover it.
Refrigerate the Rice Krispies for about 30 minutes. , Use a sharp, clean knife to cut them into even squares. -
Step 3: Add and fold in the cereal.
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Step 4: Set the Rice Krispies.
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Step 5: Melt the chocolate.
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Step 6: Spread the chocolate over the Rice Krispies.
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Step 7: Garnish the Rice Krispies.
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Step 8: Chill the mixture.
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Step 9: Cut the treats into squares.
Detailed Guide
Over a low heat setting, melt the butter to where it is nearly all liquid.
Combine and stir the butter and marshmallows until everything is melted thoroughly.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the peppermint extract. , As you stir, it may become a challenge to get the cereal coated. , Spread the mixture in a 9"x13" greased baking dish.
Use a greased spatula to quickly evenly spread it around. , Use 30 second intervals to melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
Stir between heating. , Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to evenly spread it around. , Use the crushed peppermint candy canes and evenly sprinkle them around. , Use plastic wrap to securely cover it.
Refrigerate the Rice Krispies for about 30 minutes. , Use a sharp, clean knife to cut them into even squares.
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