Oh Krispies* Tree, Oh Krispies* Tree!

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Start a new family tradition with this delicious Christmas tree.

Servings:
12
Yield:
1 (25 cm/10-inch) Christmas tree

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup butter or margarine, divided

  • 15 cups miniature marshmallows, divided

  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, divided

  • 18 cups KELLOGG'S* RICE KRISPIES* cereal, divided

  • ½ cup Prepared whipped vanilla frosting

  • ½ cup M&M'S® Milk Chocolate, Mint and Peanut Holiday Mix candies

Directions

  1. Grease two 11 x 17-inch (45 x 29 cm) rimmed baking sheets; set aside. Prepare the Kellogg's* Rice Krispies* Squares recipe according to preferred method (in batches as needed). Firmly press 1 1/2 batches of the mixture onto each prepared baking sheet; chill sheets until firm.

  2. Cut a 20 cm (8-inch) square and an 18 cm (7-inch) square from one sheet. Cut a 15 cm (6-inch) square, two 12 cm (5-inch) squares, two 10 cm (4-inch) squares, two 8 cm (3-inch) squares, one 5 cm (2-inch) square from the second sheet. Use a cookie cutter to cut a star from the excess treats. Reserve any excess treats for another use.

  3. Arrange the squares, largest to smallest, alternating angles so points stick out, on a cake stand, platter or cake board. Secure the star vertically on top of the tree with a skewer.

  4. Use frosting as desired to decorate and secure the M&M'S® chocolate candies onto the tree in a decorative pattern.

  5. Makes: 1 (25 cm/10-inch) Christmas tree

Tips

Tip 1: For additional fun, kids can use the leftover treat mixture or ready-made Kellogg's* Rice Krispies* Bars to create 'gifts' to place under the Christmas tree. Decorate with coloured frostings and M&M'S(R) Chocolate Holiday Mix candies.

Tip 2: Frost the tops or pipe around the edges of the layers with frosting before stacking. Tint the frosting red or green (if desired).

Tip 3: To firmly pack the Kellogg's* Rice Krispies* and provide better structure, lightly grease the back of a 250 ml (1 cup) dry measure and use the flat side to pack the Kellogg's* Rice Krispies* layers smoothly on the baking sheets.

In keeping with good allergy practices, we remind you to be aware of allergens and to check labels on any packaged goods used. This recipe has been tested using Kellogg's* products. Results with other products may vary.

*© 2010, Trademark of Kellogg Company used under licence by Kellogg Canada Inc.

M&M'S, M&M'S logo and M&M'S characters are trademarks of Mars Canada Inc.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

566 Calories
16g Fat
101g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 566
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 20%
Saturated Fat 9g 46%
Cholesterol 32mg 11%
Sodium 574mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate 101g 37%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 53g
Protein 3g 6%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 53mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.