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Peppermint Marshmallow Treats

Peppermint Marshmallow Treats

Cool, minty cereal bars packed with marshmallow pockets and a candy cane crunch, finished with a white chocolate drizzle.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 16

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 11 oz mini marshmallows reserve about 1 cup to stir in at the end
  • 0.75 tsp peppermint extract
  • 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 6.5 cup crispy rice cereal
  • 0.75 cup crushed candy canes finely crushed
  • 6 oz white chocolate chips for melting and drizzling
  • 2 tbsp crushed candy canes for topping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment and lightly grease the paper.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-low heat.
  • Add most of the marshmallows, saving about 1 cup. Stir until fully melted and smooth.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in peppermint extract, vanilla, and salt.
  • Fold in the cereal and finely crushed candy canes until coated. Gently mix in the reserved marshmallows.
  • Press the mixture into the pan with a buttered spatula, patting lightly without compacting too hard.
  • Microwave white chocolate in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth. Drizzle over the bars.
  • Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy canes on top. Let set 30 minutes, then cut into squares.

Notes

Swap white chocolate with dark chocolate for a richer contrast, or mix in 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips for extra pops of chocolate. Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; for cleaner cuts, chill 10 minutes before slicing.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Peppermint Marshmallow Treats flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.