Healthier White Chocolate Peppermint Rice Krispie Treats

This is the recipe for the best healthier holiday rice krispie treats! They are easy to make, a delicious treat, and have lower sugar, and better ingredients. This white chocolate peppermint version of the famous rice krispie treat is kid-friendly and absolutely divine!

Total Time20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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Servings: squares

Calories: 383kcal

Author: Michelle Kadera at The Happy and Wholesome Mommy

Equipment

1 large pot
1 8x8 glass baking dish, lined with parchment paper *You can also grease it with butter or coconut oil

Ingredients

For the rice krispy layer:

⅔ cup vegan butter
1 (10oz) bag of marshmallows or peppermint marshmallows I like to use Trader Joe's brand
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
4½ cups crispy brown rice cereal

For the white chocolate top layer:

1¼ cups white chocolate chips I like to use Lily's-sweetened by stevia
2 teaspoons coconut oil
½ teaspoon pure peppermint oil

Instructions

For the bottom rice krispie layer:

Line an 8x8 glass baking dish with parchment paper or grease it with coconut oil or butter. Set it aside.
Add vegan butter to a large pan and heat on medium-high. Immediately add the marshmallows and vanilla and stir constantly until the marshmallows are completely melted and everything is creamy.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the rice krispie cereal. Mix it all up with a spatula until everything is totally incorporated. Transfer the cereal mixture to the lined pan. Using your hands, carefully press the mixture into an even layer. Now make the white chocolate top layer.

For the top white chocolate layer:

Add a glass bowl to the top of a small saucepan that has about 1.5 inches of simmering water in it. Place the white chocolate chips, coconut oil, and peppermint oil into the bowl. Mix it until everything is melted and totally creamy.
Remove the pan from the heat and pour the melted chocolate over the top of the leveled rice krispie treats. Smooth into an even layer with a spatula.
Put the rice krispie treats into the fridge for an hour before cutting and serving. This will allow the topping to harden and the bars to hold together.
Remove the dish from the fridge and cut them into 12 squares. Enjoy!

Notes

To store: Place the squares into an air-tight container and keep them in the fridge for up to a week. Allow them to sit out for about 15-30 minutes before eating them for the best consistency.

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