Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats are a delicious holiday dessert for kids of all ages! Easy to make at the last-minute, these tasty Christmas treats will make a great addition to your dessert table or cookie exchange!
Lightly spray a 9” round cake pan with cooking spray and set aside.Add 28 (7 ounces) of the regular size marshmallows and the butter to a large microwave safe bowl, microwave on high for 45 seconds.
Stir well, then microwave for an additional 45 seconds. Stir until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Add the vanilla, salt and red food coloring together. Mix until well combined and uniform.
Lightly spray a rubber spatula with cooking spray and fold in the Rice Krispies into the marshmallow mixture until evenly coated.
Turn the Rice Krispies cereal mixture out into the prepared cake pan. Lightly spray your fingertips with cooking spray and press the mixture into an even layer. Set aside to allow the Rice Krispies to set.
While the Rice Krispies set, line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Cut the remaining 4 regular size marshmallows in half and set aside.Once set, carefully remove the Rice Krispies from the pan and cut into 8 wedges using a large knife or pizza cutter.
Melt the white chocolate melting wafers based on the package directions. Dip the larger end of a Rice Krispie wedge 1 inch into the melted chocolate. Lay the dipped Rice Krispie flat onto the parchment lined tray.Place two rows of the mini marshmallows, cut side down, onto the white chocolate to create the bottom rim of the Santa hat. Dip the cut side of a halved regular sized marshmallow into the melted chocolate, then place on the top point of the Rice Krispie to create the cute little pom-pom!Repeat this with the remaining 7 Rice Krispie wedges.
Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature before serving your festive Rice Krispie Treats to guests. For added fun – throw on some cute Christmas sprinkles or crushed candy cane!
Notes
Use a fresh, unopened bag of marshmallows for best results.
When forming treats, do not press too firmly. If you pack the Rice Krispies too tightly, the treats will be dense and not have that ooey-gooey texture.
Gel food color is recommended to create a more vibrant color. If you only have liquid food color, you may need to increase the amount used to create the desired color.