Rice Krispie Treat Christmas Tree Recipe

If you’re looking for a fun and easy Christmas dessert, this Rice Krispie Treat Christmas Tree recipe is the perfect choice. They come together quickly, taste amazing, and look so cute on a holiday dessert table. This is one of those recipes that feels festive without being fussy, which is exactly what most of us need during the busy holiday season.

You only need a handful of ingredients and a little bit of frosting to transform classic Rice Krispie treats into adorable Christmas trees. Kids love helping with this recipe, too!

They can stir the cereal, help press it into the pan, and decorate their own little tree with sprinkles. It’s the kind of treat that’s simple enough for a family movie night but cute enough to pack up for a cookie exchange or holiday gathering.

And because you’re cutting the treats into large triangles, each one looks like a mini Christmas tree that’s ready to be decorated. With swoopy green “branches,” tiny sugar pearls, and a bright yellow star, these treats look bakery-worthy while staying completely doable.

Keep reading for everything you need, simple directions, and tips to make them turn out perfectly every time!

Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats Recipe:

Ingredients

• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

• 3 tablespoons salted butter

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• One 12-ounce bag of jumbo marshmallows

• One 16-ounce container of white frosting

• Green food coloring

• Yellow food coloring

• White sugar pearls or sprinkles

• Piping bag or Ziploc bag

Instructions

1. Melt the marshmallows.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the melted butter to the marshmallows and toss to coat. Microwave for 2–3 minutes, or until the marshmallows puff up and begin to melt.

2. Mix everything together.
Stir the marshmallow mixture until smooth, then mix in the vanilla extract. Add the Rice Krispies cereal and stir until the cereal is fully coated.

3. Press into the pan.
Line an 8 x 11.5 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Press the mixture into the pan using a wet spatula so it spreads evenly without sticking.

4. Let the treats set.
Allow the mixture to rest at room temperature for about 1 hour, or until firm.

5. Cut out the Christmas trees.
Lift the treats out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut them into two long sections, then slice each section into four triangles.

You should end up with eight tree shapes.

6. Color and prepare the frosting.
Divide the frosting into two bowls. Place about one-third into one bowl and color it yellow. Color the remaining frosting green. Transfer both colors into separate piping bags fitted with a star tip (optional).

Tree frosting mix.

Star frosting mix.

7. Decorate your trees.
Pipe green frosting onto each triangle, swooping side to side to create a branch effect. Add a small yellow dot at the top of each tree for the star. Finish with sugar pearls or your favorite sprinkles.

Pipe frosting onto the treats.

Rice Krispie Treat Christmas Tree Recipe Tips for Success:

• Wet your spatula before pressing the mixture into the pan to keep it from sticking.

• Don’t pack the mixture too tightly or the treats may turn out dense.

• Use gel food coloring for brighter green and yellow frosting.

• Let them sit fully before cutting so the shapes hold well

How to Store Rice Krispies Treats

Store the decorated treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If stacking them, place a sheet of parchment paper between layers to prevent the frosting from smudging.

Yummy Christmas Treat Conclusion

These Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats are such a fun way to add a festive touch to your holiday season. They’re colorful, kid-friendly, and easy to make, and they bring that cheerful Christmas magic to any gathering.

Whether you make them for a school party, a cookie exchange, or just a cozy night at home, they’re guaranteed to disappear quickly.

So gather your ingredients, put on your favorite holiday playlist, and whip up a batch of these adorable treats. It’s a simple recipe that creates sweet memories—and delicious Christmas trees you’ll want to make every year.

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Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 cups rice krispies cereal
• 3 tablespoons salted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 12 ounce bag jumbo marshmallows
• 16 ounce container white frosting
• Green food coloring
• Yellow food coloring
• White sugar pearls or sprinkles
• Piping bag or Ziploc bag

Instructions

1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the melted butter to the bowl of marshmallows and toss to coat. Microwave for 2–3 minutes, or until the marshmallows puff up and begin to melt.
2. Stir the mixture, then mix in the vanilla extract.
3. Add the Rice Krispies cereal and stir until everything is evenly coated.
4. Press the mixture into an 8 x 11.5 inch baking dish lined with parchment paper. Use a wet spatula to spread it out evenly.
5. Let sit at room temperature for about 1 hour, or until firm.
6. Lift the treats out of the pan using the parchment paper.
7. Using a knife, cut them into 2 sections. Then cut each section into large triangles (about four per side) to create tree shapes.
8. Divide the icing into two bowls. Place about 1/3 of the icing in one bowl and color it yellow. Color the remaining icing green. Transfer each color into separate piping bags fitted with a star piping attachment (optional).
9. Pipe green icing onto each triangle, starting just below the top and swooping down side to side to mimic branches. Add a yellow dot of icing at the top of each tree for the star. Top with sprinkles.

Recipe Notes

Servings: 8
Prep time: 15-20 minutes
Inactive time: 1 hour
Total time: 1 hour and 15 - 20 minutes