Description
Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic no-bake dessert, blending the familiar crunch of Rice Krispies with the warm, inviting flavors of gingerbread spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these treats are quick and easy to make, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time. With a combination of crispy cereal, sweet vegan marshmallows, and rich molasses, each bite delivers a festive taste that captures the essence of the season. Whether enjoyed as party snacks, gifts, or family treats, they’re sure to bring joy to your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 oz mini vegan marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons molasses
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Prepare your 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it lightly with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt together the unsalted butter, mini vegan marshmallows, and molasses until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground cloves (and vanilla if using).
- Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the melted mixture and mix thoroughly until evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish and press down firmly to create an even layer.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg