Description
These Rice Krispie Christmas Puddings are a delightful no-bake holiday treat that is perfect for festive gatherings. Made with a mix of Rice Krispies cereal, marshmallows, and chocolate, these mini puddings are easy to make and fun to decorate. They are sure to bring a smile to both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
- Red and green M&M’s or mini Smarties for decoration
- Green icing or candy for holly leaves
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Add Chocolate and Cereal: Remove from heat and quickly stir in the milk chocolate chips until melted. Add the Rice Krispies cereal and mix until fully coated.
- Form Puddings: Let the mixture cool for a couple of minutes, then with greased hands, form into small round balls to resemble mini Christmas puddings.
- Set and Decorate: Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them set at room temperature or in the fridge. Melt white chocolate chips and spoon over each ball. Decorate with M&M’s and green icing leaves. Let decorations set before serving or storing.
Notes
- You can use store-bought holly decorations for a quicker finish.
- Add a few drops of peppermint extract to the marshmallow mix for a festive twist.
- These can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pudding
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
