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Mint Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Treats

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These Mint Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Treats are a festive, no-bake twist on the classic dessert bar, featuring gooey marshmallows, crispy rice cereal, cool peppermint, and melty chocolate chips. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you crave a chewy, minty, chocolatey treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
  • 10 oz (285g) mini marshmallows
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 4–6 drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 6 cups (150g) crispy rice cereal
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping
  • Pinch of salt (optional, skip if using salted butter)

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting. Lightly spray with nonstick spray or grease with butter.
  2. In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Swirl gently to coat the bottom of the pan.
  3. Add mini marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring constantly until melted and smooth (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Remove the pot from heat. Stir in peppermint extract and green food coloring (if using). Add a pinch of salt if using unsalted butter. Mix until color is evenly distributed.
  5. Pour in crispy rice cereal. Use a spatula to fold the cereal into the marshmallow mixture until evenly coated.
  6. Let the mixture cool for about 1 minute. Fold in chocolate chips, reserving a handful for sprinkling on top.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Gently press it down into an even layer using a buttered spatula or waxed paper. Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top and lightly press them in.
  8. Let the bars cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes (or refrigerate for 15 minutes).
  9. Once set, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out. Slice into squares or rectangles with a sharp knife, wiping the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for clean edges.

Notes

For best results, melt butter and marshmallows over low heat to avoid tough bars. Wait a minute before adding chocolate chips so they don’t melt completely. Use gluten-free cereal for a gluten-free version. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. The mint flavor develops as the bars sit.

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