Dessert for 20
Peppermint Cereal Treats
Marshmallow cereal bars gain peppermint flavor and a chocolate coating topped with crushed candy canes.
Typical price
$2.01for 4 servings
$0.50 per serving$2.01 for 4
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- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 20servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianKid-friendlyBudgetDesserts
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.80Typical price |
| Marshmallows and candy$0.25/oz typical | 11 oz | $2.74Typical price |
| Cereal and granola$0.20/oz typical | 9 oz | $1.80Typical price |
| Chocolate chips and baking chocolate$0.45/oz typical | 11 oz | $4.73Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $10.07 | |
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup salted butter
- 1 package (10 1/2 oz) miniature marshmallows
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- 1 3/4 cups white chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
Steps
- Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat for 1 minute.
- Add the marshmallows and peppermint extract, stirring for 3 to 4 minutes until smooth.
- Remove the pot from the heat, fold in the cereal, and press it into a greased 9-by-13-inch pan.
- Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave for 1 minute, stirring halfway.
- Spread the chocolate over the treats, sprinkle on the crushed candy, and chill for 10 minutes.
- Cut the treats into 20 pieces.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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