Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats (Recipe for Printing)
Soft, spiced gingerbread Rice Krispie treats combine cinnamon, ginger, and molasses for a festive holiday dessert or party snack in December. Easy to share, quick to prepare. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Base
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6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
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10 ounces mini marshmallows (approximately 4 cups)
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Flavoring
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3 tablespoons molasses
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
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Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.
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In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until melted and smooth.
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Stir in molasses, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and vanilla extract until fully blended into the marshmallow mixture.
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Remove the saucepan from heat. Gently fold in Rice Krispies cereal, stirring until evenly coated with the gingerbread-spiced mixture.
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Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it evenly into the pan using a buttered spatula or wax paper. Allow to cool at room temperature until set, about 30 minutes.
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Cut the set mixture into bars or squares for serving.
# Extra Tips:
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For softer treats, do not overcook the marshmallow mixture.