Ingredients
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🧾 Ingredients neededto make Peppermint Rice Krispy Treats
Base
- 4 cups crispy rice cereal
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or coconut oil)
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
Protein Boost (choose one)
- ½ cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- OR ½ cup creamy almond butter or peanut butter
Optional Toppings
- Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- Melted dark or white chocolate for drizzling
- Flaky sea salt
Instructions
👩🍳 How to make Peppermint Rice Krispy Treats
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- Prepare the Pan
Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides. Lightly grease the parchment to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Pan
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- Melt Butter Gently
In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until just liquefied. Avoid browning — low and slow is key for soft treats.
- Melt Butter Gently
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- Melt Marshmallows
Add marshmallows to the pan and stir constantly until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat immediately once melted.
- Melt Marshmallows
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- Flavor & Balance
Stir in peppermint extract and salt. Taste carefully — peppermint intensifies as it cools, so restraint matters here.
- Flavor & Balance
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- Add Protein Correctly
Quickly whisk in protein powder or nut butter while the mixture is still warm but off heat. Stir until fully smooth and incorporated to avoid graininess.
- Add Protein Correctly
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- Fold in Cereal
Add crispy rice cereal and gently fold using a spatula. Mix just until coated — overmixing compresses the texture.
- Fold in Cereal
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- Transfer & Press Lightly
Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan. Press gently using parchment or a greased spatula. Do not pack it down.
- Transfer & Press Lightly
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- Finish & Set
Add toppings if using. Let set at room temperature for 30 minutes before slicing into squares.
- Finish & Set