Hot Cocoa Rice Krispies Treats

There is nothing like these Hot Cocoa Rice Krispies Treats to jump-start your holiday treat making efforts.  Everyone enjoys Rice Krispie treats variations, but this one has to be my favorite. The combination of cereal, marshmallow, and chocolate makes everyone happier around the holidays! 

When it comes to making holiday treats, nothing brings better memories than mixing these up with the kids.  Some melted marshmallow goodness goes a long way toward bringing smiles to kids faces.  Gather up your supplies and get started mixing up this fun treat that everyone loves!

To make Hot Cocoa Rice Krispies you will need the following ingredients: Rice krispie cereal, butter, mini marshmallows, hot cocoa mix, Kraft mallow bites and mini chocolate chips.   

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How To Make Hot Cocoa Rice Krispies Treats


 
Line an 8×8 baking dish with wax paper or foil (if using foil for easy clean up, make sure to spray with non stick cooking spray).
 
Add the butter and mini marshmallows to a medium size saucepan. 
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Heat on low-medium heat, stirring occasionally. 
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Once the marshmallows melt about 3/4 of the way, mix in the hot cocoa mix and then fold the Rice Krispies into the marshmallow mixture. 
 
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down using the back of the spoon. 
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Let the Rice Krispie treats cool a few minutes and add the mini mallow bits and mini chocolate chips on top. 
 
Cut into 9 squares and enjoy.
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Tips for Making Homemade Rice Krispies Treats


One of the best tips I have learned for spreading out a treat like this hot cocoa Rice Krispies treats is to spray your wooden spoon or spatula with a non-stick cooking spray in advance.  It helps the melted marshmallow to spread out instead of sticking to the spoon.  Of course, one of the best parts of making these is eating the bits off the spoon, but if you are trying to make less of a mess, this is my best tip!

 

 

Other Rice Krispie Treats Variations


Everyone loves a good Homemade Rice Krispie Treats snack, and these Funfetti Rice Krispie Treats area a perfect choice to make for your next birthday party or special event. - Teaspoon of GoodnessPin

This recipe for hot cocoa Rice Krispies treats aren’t the only fun variations you can enjoy.  We have made so many different types of marshmallow cereal treats in the past.  Below are some of our more popular options that I know you will love making with your kids. 

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Hot Cocoa Rice Krispies Treats

 

Hot Cocoa Rice Krispies Treats are a great new variation on a classic dessert.  Make these with your kids and enjoy with your favorite hot beverage on cold winter nights!

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Hot cocoa rice krispie treats with mini chocolate chips and mini marshmallows on a wooden background.
Yield: 9

Hot Cocoa Rice Krispie Treats

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

This recipe for hot cocoa Rice Krispies treats aren't the only fun variations you can enjoy.  We have made so many different types of marshmallow cereal treats in the past.  Below are some of our more popular options that I know you will love making with your kids. 

Ingredients

  • 3 C. Rice Krispies Cereal (or off brand if you prefer)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 5 oz mini marshmallows (1/2 of a 10 oz package)
  • 1/4 C. hot cocoa mix
  • 1/4 C. Kraft Mallow Bits
  • 1/4 C. mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Line an 8x8 baking dish with wax paper or foil (if using foil for easy clean up, make sure to spray with non stick cooking spray) 

Add the butter and mini marshmallows to a medium size saucepan. 

Heat on low-medium heat, stirring occasionally. 

Once the marshmallows melt about 3/4 of the way, mix in the hot cocoa mix and then fold the Rice Krispies into the marshmallow mixture. 

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down using the back of the spoon. 

Let the Rice Krispie treats cool a few minutes and add the mini mallow bits and mini chocolate chips on top. 

Cut into 9 squares and enjoy.

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