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Hot Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes plus 30 minutes cooling
  • Yield: 24 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Hot Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic marshmallow cereal bars, infused with rich hot chocolate flavor and studded with melty mini marshmallows and chocolate chips. Perfect for a festive snack or a cozy treat, they combine gooey, chocolaty goodness with the satisfying crunch of Rice Krispies cereal and customizable toppings for extra sweetness and texture.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup milk chocolate chips
  • ½ cup hot chocolate mix
  • 1 bag marshmallows (10 ounces, about 40 large marshmallows)
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • â…“ cup mini marshmallows

Toppings

  • Chocolate sprinkles
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Dehydrated marshmallows
  • Crushed candy canes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking tray: Grease a 9″x13″ baking tray with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt the butter: Place a large pot on low heat and melt ½ cup of butter gently until fully liquid.
  3. Add chocolate chips: Add ½ cup of milk chocolate chips to the melted butter and stir continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  4. Incorporate hot chocolate mix: Stir in ½ cup of hot chocolate mix thoroughly so it’s well combined with the melted chocolate and butter mixture.
  5. Combine marshmallows: Add the entire bag of large marshmallows and keep stirring continuously until the marshmallows are fully melted into a smooth, sticky mixture.
  6. Add Rice Krispies cereal: Remove the pot from heat and pour in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal. Gently fold the cereal into the marshmallow mixture with a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly coated. Tip: Spraying the spatula with cooking spray helps prevent sticking.
  7. Mix in mini marshmallows: Gently stir in â…“ cup of mini marshmallows, allowing some to melt slightly while others stay whole for texture variation.
  8. Spread the mixture: Evenly spread the sticky mixture into the prepared baking tray, pressing down just enough to create a level layer without compacting it too hard.
  9. Decorate the top: Sprinkle the top with preferred toppings like mini marshmallows, chocolate sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, dehydrated marshmallows, or crushed candy canes. Press lightly to ensure they stick to the surface.
  10. Cool and serve: Allow the treats to cool completely for about 30 minutes, then slice into 18 to 24 squares. Serve and enjoy your cozy, chocolaty snack!

Notes

  • Spray your mixing utensil with cooking spray to prevent the sticky marshmallow mixture from sticking.
  • Do not press the treats too firmly into the pan to maintain a light, fluffy texture.
  • For variation, try swapping milk chocolate chips with dark or white chocolate chips.
  • Add crushed candy canes for a peppermint twist, especially during the holidays.
  • Store leftover treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best freshness.

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