These reindeer rice krispie treats will make the most adorable addition to your Christmas cookie platter or dessert spread! They are not only cute and festive, but also incredibly easy to make with kids. The chewy, gooey marshmallow base is transformed into adorable reindeer with just a few simple steps. Using candy eyes, red candy noses and pretzels for antlers, these delightful treats are sure to impress. Perfect for a fun activity with little ones, these kid-friendly treats make a great gift or a delicious addition to your holiday celebrations! So get ready to have some fun and create a batch of these reindeer rice krispie treats!
Why You'll Love This Dessert
These reindeer rice krispie treats are super cute!
They are kid-friendly.
These desserts are so fun to make!
They are perfect for a holiday party dessert spread or your child's lunch!
These can easily be made gluten free and dairy free.
They are so delicious! Who doesn't love rice krispie treats?
These are a fun holiday-themed twist on the classic dessert.
Equipment Needed
All you need to make these reindeer rice krispies is an 8x8 baking dish.
Ingredients Needed
Rice Cereal: I used chocolate rice cereal to switch things up, but feel free to use regular. I made sure mine was gluten free because I am gluten free!
Marshmallows: Marshmallows act as the binder in this recipe!
Butter: If you are dairy free, use dairy free butter here.
Candy Eyes: Feel free to use store bought candy eyes or make your own!
Red Candies: I used red Giggles here because they are allergy-friendly. You can use any red candies you desire!
Pretzels: I used gluten free pretzels here because I am gluten free. Make sure to purchase the traditional pretzel shape.
Chocolate: I used melted dark chocolate to adhere the candies and the pretzels to the rice krispie treat. I used dairy free chocolate because I am dairy free.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Gather your ingredients and line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Melt the butter in a large saucepan on low-medium. Stir in marshmallows.
Step 3: Remove from heat and add in rice cereal.
Step 4: Press mixture into the pan.
Step 5: To make the face, melt chocolate and stick on eyes, nose and antlers. Enjoy!
Storage
Store these reindeer rice krispie treats in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
Variations
There are so many ways to make these reindeer rice krispie treats. I have been making them since 2017 and have made them so many different ways!
Use regular rice cereal instead of chocolate!
Try using melted chocolate to draw the antlers instead of using pretzels.
Use frosting instead of chocolate to stick the candies onto the rice krispie treats.
Swap out the marshmallows for nut butter.
Put these reindeer rice krispie treats on a stick!
How to Make These Allergy-Friendly
I made these reindeer rice krispie treats allergy-friendly by using gluten free rice cereal and pretzels. If you are dairy free and/or vegan, make sure to use vegan butter and chocolate. Be sure to also use allergy-friendly marshmallows and candy. Make sure to double-check that everything you are using is safe for your allergies!
Pro Tips
Press the rice cereal firmly into the baking dish to make these easier to cut. Use a piece of parchment paper or butter your hands in order to press down the cereal.
Recipe FAQ
What is a substitute for marshmallows in rice krispie treats?
Try using nut butter instead of marshmallows in rice krispie treats!
Can these reindeer rice krispie treats be made in advance?
Yes, they can! I would recommend making them the night before if you want to make them in advance!
Can these be made gluten free and dairy free?
Yes! These reindeer rice krispie treats can be made gluten free and dairy free! You will just need to make sure that all of the ingredients used are gluten free and dairy free.
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Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats
Equipment
- 1 baking dish 8x8
Ingredients
- 5 tbsp butter vegan, if needed
- 8 cups marshmallows
- 6 cups rice cereal
- 6 red candies
- 12 candy eyeballs
- 12 pretzels gluten free, if needed
- 2 tbsp dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients. Line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan on low-medium. Stir in marshmallows.
- Remove from heat and add in rice cereal.
- Press mixture into the pan.
- To make the face, melt chocolate and stick on eyes, nose and antlers. Enjoy!
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