Description
Christmas Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls are festive, no-bake treats made with gooey marshmallows, crispy rice cereal, and rich chocolate. Rolled into bite-sized balls and decorated with holiday sprinkles, they’re perfect for cookie trays, gifting, or a fun holiday activity with kids.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening
- 1/4 cup festive sprinkles (red, green, and white)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add marshmallows and stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, then quickly mix in Rice Krispies cereal until fully coated.
- Let mixture cool slightly until it’s easy to handle but still warm. Grease your hands lightly with butter and roll mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Dip each Rice Krispie ball halfway or fully into melted chocolate, then place back on the parchment paper.
- Immediately top with Christmas sprinkles before chocolate hardens.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to set. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Add crushed candy canes or mini M&Ms to the mixture for extra holiday fun.
- Use white chocolate or dark chocolate for variety.
- For dairy-free, use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- These make great edible gifts — package in festive tins or treat bags!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American