Snowman Rice Krispy Treats for Christmas

Snowman Rice Krispy Treats are Easy to Make!

Rice krispy treats are one of the easiest recipes to make!

And they’re perfect for special occasions and holidays.

That’s where these adorable, snowmen treats come in!

Easy Snowman Rice Krispy Treats

Just because the holiday season gets super busy, doesn’t mean that I stop making treats for my family!

No way!

I just find ones that take less time, but still taste oh-so-good. (Like these candy-corn rice krispie treats!

Easy snowman rice krispie treats

The Secret to Good Rice Krispy Treats

I always try to add our best cooking and prep tips to our classic and fun recipes!

And these snowman rice krispy treats are no exception!

Add more butter.

If you want more sticky and ooey-gooey treats, then follow this recipe that adds MORE butter!

Snowman Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Don’t leave out the vanilla.

Adding a splash of vanilla makes the flavor of your rice krispie treats really pop!

Don’t forget the salt!

Adding a pinch or two of salt brings out every amazing flavor in these simple treats.

Trust me on this one!

Snowman shaped rice krispie treats

Only a Few Ingredients Needed for This Recipe!

Marshmallows.

You need 2, 10 oz bags of miniature marshmallows (think…11 cups!) It may seem like a lot, but that keeps these snowmen extra gooey!

Yummy-yum-yum!

Cereal.

9 cups Rice Krispies cereal is all you need!

I know you have some tucked away in your pantry..;0)

Easy snowman rice krispy treats


Butter, butter, butter!

My favorite ingredient!!

Butter makes everything so much better, right?!

You’ll want to use 3/4 cup unsalted, softened butter to make this recipe absolutely perfect!

Vanilla frosting

Make your own or use store-bought for a quick short-cut! My go to is a simple mix of powdered sugar, butter and vanilla. That’s it!

Here’s an easy recipe to follow!

Miniature chocolate-covered candies.

These make the snowman’s eyes and mouth.

It’s cute and edible!

Easy rice krispy treat snowmen

Food Coloring

To add a pop of color to everything!

Shredded coconut

snowmen treats

To make the snowman treats look like they’re made from REAL snow!

When Making The Rice Krispy Treats…

There’s one very important rice krispy making tip you have to know.

Ready?

Lean in and listen closely.

Do NOT pack the rice krispie treats down into the baking pan.

Did you read that?

No matter what Aunt Sue told you…don’t do it!

Instead, use greased fingers or a greased spatula to softly…gently... spread and stretch the mixture into the pan.

Then, and only then, use a flat spatula to very gently press the mixture down.

Do not force the treats into the pan or your treats will be thin and hard.

I warned you so don’t complain if you don’t resist the urge to smoosh those treats into the pan…;0)

snowman rice Krispy treats on serving plate

Ready to Make Snowman Rice Krispy Treats?

The full recipe is below!

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snowman rice Krispy treats recipe

The CUTEST Snowman Rice Krispie Treats

Yield: 20 treats
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Incredibly gooey andbuttery, these snowman rice kripsy treats are completely adorable and yummy! They're simple to make for the winter and holiday season!

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 11 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • two pinches salt
  • 9 cups crispy rice cereal
  • vanilla frosting
  • Miniature candy coated chocolate candies
  • Orange food coloring
  • Green food coloring
  • Shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment.
  2. Melt the butter over medium heat in a very large pot. Once melted, add the marshmallows.
  3. Stir the mixture until the marshmallows are completely melted.
  4. Remove from heat and add the vanilla and salt.
  5. Gently stir in your Rice Krispies cereal until your cereal is evenly covered in your marshmallow mixture.
  6. Let treats set for a few hours or refridgerate.
  7. Use a circle cookie cutter on the scalloped side to cut out circle-shapes.
  8. Frost the top of your Rice Krispie Treats with vanilla frosting and dip the top into shredded coconut.
  9. Mix one cup of frosting with a few drops of orange food coloring and another cup with a few drops of green food coloring.
  10. Mix each separately and scoop into a decorating bags.
  11. Pipe on a carrot nose on the center of each snowman Rice Krispie.
  12. Dab a small amount of vanilla frosting onto the back on several candies and stick two above the nose for eyes and five below the nose for a mouth.
  13. Use the green frosting and draw a half circle on the top of snowman for ear muffs.
  14. Place one green on each side.
  15. Refrigerate until ready to serve!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 20 Serving Size: 1 grams
Amount Per Serving: Unsaturated Fat: 0g

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