Looking for a sweet, simple Christmas treat? These Candy Cane Rice Krispie Treats take minutes to make, taste delightful, and combine creamy vanilla with a refreshing hint of peppermint.
Happy Monday, friends! Christmas is just days away, so I squeezed in one more holiday sweet — Candy Cane Rice Krispie Treats. These bars are quick to make and full of festive flavor: peppermint extract and crushed mints stirred through chewy rice krispie mixture, finished with a drizzle of melted white chocolate and extra crushed candy canes on top. If you love mint, these will be right up your alley.
I’ll be working through the days leading up to Christmas, so I won’t get to bake as much as I hoped this year. Still, these candy cane rice krispies were perfect because they’re uncomplicated and fast — no oven required. They make a cheerful addition to cookie trays or holiday boxes, and the ingredient list is simple, mostly the same as classic rice krispie treats. Easy, tasty, and festive — exactly what we need at this time of year.
What you need for Candy Cane Rice Krispie Treats
- Puffed rice cereal — the base of these treats. Any brand works; swap in chocolate cereal for a different twist.
- Vegan marshmallows — I used Dandies, and their seasonal peppermint marshmallows are great here. Plain vegan marshmallows plus a touch more peppermint extract also work.
- Peppermint extract — a little goes a long way; just enough to give a pleasant minty note.
- Candy canes — crushed candy canes or peppermint candies mixed in and sprinkled on top add crunch and festive color.
- White chocolate — optional, but a white chocolate drizzle looks pretty and pairs nicely with the mint.
- Vegan butter — helps bind the marshmallow mixture; choose a quality vegan butter to avoid any greasy aftertaste.
I hope you’ll try these candy cane rice krispie treats — they’re quick, festive, and perfect as a last-minute holiday bite.
More holiday sweets to try
- Lumps of Coal Truffles
- Hot Cocoa Rice Krispie Treats
- Vegan Peppermint Bark Madeleines
- Vegan Pull-Apart Cranberry Eggnog Rolls
Print Recipe
Candy Cane Rice Krispie Treats
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup vegan butter
- 3 cups vegan marshmallows + 1 cup for later (optional: use peppermint marshmallows)
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 7 cups crispy rice cereal
- ¼ cup crushed candy cane pieces
- ¼ cup vegan white chocolate chips
Instructions
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Prepare a 9 x 13 pan by spraying with nonstick spray or coating with vegan butter. Set aside.
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In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the vegan butter. Add 3 cups of marshmallows and stir until melted, about 5–7 minutes.
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Stir in the peppermint extract, then add the crispy rice cereal. Fold until well combined. Stir in the reserved 1 cup of mini marshmallows and the crushed candy canes.
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Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan and let it cool slightly to set.
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Melt the ¼ cup vegan white chocolate, transfer to a small bag, snip a corner, and drizzle over the bars. Sprinkle additional crushed candy canes on top if desired.
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Once the bars have cooled and set, cut into squares and enjoy.
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