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Elf Rice Krispies Treats with M&Ms and Pop-Tarts Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 squares 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Buddy The Elf Rice Krispies Treats are a festive, colorful twist on the classic cereal treat, inspired by the lovable character from the holiday movie. These treats combine the crispiness of Rice Krispies and crunchy chow mein noodles with the sweetness of marshmallows, maple syrup, chocolate Pop-Tarts, M&M’s, and a drizzle of melted chocolate, creating a fun and whimsical dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you want a sweet, crunchy snack.

Ingredients

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Base

  • Cooking spray, for greasing
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter
  • 3/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt or kosher salt
  • 2 (10-oz.) bags mini marshmallows, divided
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 2 (10-oz.) cans crispy chow mein noodles (such as La Choy)

Mix-Ins and Toppings

  • 2/3 cup (110 g) yellow, brown, and green M&M’s, divided
  • 4 chocolate Pop-Tarts, broken into chunks, divided
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) semisweet chocolate chips, melted

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan and Melt Butter: Line a 13″ x 9″ baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it using cooking spray. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the salted butter completely.
  2. Add Syrup and Salt: Stir in the pure maple syrup and continue cooking while stirring constantly until the mixture bubbles and thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Add the sea salt or kosher salt to the mixture for a subtle savory note.
  3. Melt Marshmallows: Add the mini marshmallows to the pot, reserving approximately 3/4 cup of marshmallows for the topping later. Cook the mixture while stirring frequently until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove the pot from heat.
  4. Combine Cereal and Mix-ins: Immediately stir in the Rice Krispies cereal and crispy chow mein noodles until well coated with the marshmallow mixture. Quickly fold in half of the M&M’s and half of the chopped Pop-Tarts to evenly distribute them throughout the treat.
  5. Transfer and Press: Transfer this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Lightly coat your clean hands or a flexible spatula with cooking spray to prevent sticking, then firmly press the mixture into an even layer in the pan.
  6. Add Toppings: Drizzle the melted semisweet chocolate chips evenly over the top of the pressed treats. Sprinkle the reserved marshmallows along with the remaining M&M’s and Pop-Tart chunks on top, gently pressing them to adhere well to the surface.
  7. Cool and Cut: Allow the treats to cool completely at room temperature until set. Once cooled and firm, cut into approximately 24 squares and serve.

Notes

  • Using pure maple syrup instead of corn syrup adds a unique depth of flavor to these treats.
  • Chilling the pan briefly after pressing the mixture can help the treats set faster.
  • Feel free to substitute the chocolate Pop-Tarts with other flavored Pop-Tarts or similar cereals for variety.
  • For easier cutting, warm the knife slightly before slicing the treats.
  • Store treats in an airtight container to keep them fresh and chewy for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 1/24th of recipe)
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Find it online: https://yumyy.com/elf-rice-krispies-treats-with-mandms-and-pop-tarts-recipe/