Perfect for an easy Christmas sweet treat.

Rice Krispie treats with a Christmas upgrade! These Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are soft, chewy, and loaded with white chocolate and peppermint pieces. They come together quickly with just a handful of ingredients. Perfect for sharing, gifting, and lunch boxes.

Rows of Rice Krispie treats on parchment paper topped with red and white pieces of candy cane and a peppermint bark shaped snowman candy.

Holiday Rice Krispie Treats

Have you ever bought the industrial size box of Rice Krispie treats from a bulk store? I love them, but have to say the ones with the chocolate chip drizzle or mini m&ms always get eaten first. Then we’re left with the plain ones….

If you’re not thinking it already, you know exactly why I make these. We need a Christmas version of the nostalgic lunch box snack, right? A little extra flavor, a little pizazz. These are deliciously chewy and filled with just the right ratio of chocolate and candy cane. You can meal prep them on the weekend and stick them in lunchboxes!

A metal sheet pan lined with brown parchment paper with tan, red, and white Rice Krispie treats left unsliced.

Ingredients

I’m always looking for a few treats every baking season that still give me all the warm and fuzzy Christmas baking vibes without too many steps and dishes. These Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are a perfect addition to that list!

Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats Ingredients

unsalted butter
mini marshmallows – melts quicker than the large ones
vanilla extract
Rice Krispies cereal – a classic!
white chocolate chips – add the perfect additional sweetness
crushed candy canes – I buy either the small or large candy canes and crush them in a ziplock bag

A stainless steel bowl of rice kirpsies cereal, a colorful bag of jet puffed mini marshmallows, half a stick if butter, and clear bowls filled with chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.

How to Make Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Prepare the Pan: Line a baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the Rice Krispies cereal, white chocolate chips, and crushed candy canes. Set aside.
Make the Marshmallow Mixture: In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter. Add the marshmallows and vanilla, stirring until completely smooth.
Combine: Remove from the heat and stir in the cereal mixture until everything is evenly coated.
Press and Slice: Transfer the mixture to the pan and gently press into an even layer. Sprinkle crushed candy cane over the top while still warm. Let them set at room temperature before slicing and serving.

Step by step inductions to make peppermint white chocolate Rice Krispie treats including melting the marshmallows, adding the cereal mixture, and pressing into a parchment lined baking pan.

How to Store Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Store Rice Krispie treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. It is not recommended to refrigerate them.

How to Freeze Peppermint White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Yes, you can freeze them!

Cut into squares and wrap each treat in a piece of plastic wrap. Place the wrapped treats in a ziplock bag and store in the freezer for up to 4 weeks. Thaw at room temperature before eating.

Rows of red and white Rice Krispie treats on brown parchment paper.

Frequently Asked Questions

How finely should I crush the candy canes?

A mix of small pieces and fine crumbs will work best, large chunks will be too hard to bite into.

Can I use regular marshmallows instead of mini?

Yes, you can, they will likely take a bit longer to melt, but will work just fine.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! They can be made a day in advance and stored at room temperature in an airtight container.