Colossal Candy Canes

Colossal Candy Canes

  • Shape Rice Krispies treats into large 12-inch candy canes for a festive snack.
  • Use 3 tablespoons butter, about 40 marshmallows, and 6 cups Rice Krispies® cereal.
  • Wrap each cane with red licorice for stripes and secure with canned frosting if you like.
  • Get 12 servings in only 40 minutes—great for sharing.
  • Store in an airtight container for two days or freeze for six weeks.

Shape a festive treat with Colossal Candy Canes. Melt butter and marshmallows, mix in Rice Krispies cereal, and form two 12-inch candy canes with buttered hands. Wrap each cane with red licorice for stripes. This recipe makes 12 servings in 40 minutes—perfect for family fun. Serve fresh for best results. Store in an airtight container for up to two days or freeze for six weeks.

The kids will love wrapping these giant candy canes with licorice for a festive snack the whole family can share.

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PREP TIME (MIN)

20

TOTAL TIME (MIN)

40

SERVINGS

12

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoonsbutter or margarine
  • 1 package (10 oz., about 40)JET-PUFFED Marshmallows
  • OR
  • 5-1/2 cups JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows
  • 6 cupsKellogg's® Rice Krispies® cereal
  • OR
  • 6 cupsKellogg's® Cocoa Krispies® cereal
  • Red string licorice
  • Canned frosting (optional)

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Directions

1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat. 2. Add KELLOGG'S® RICE KRISPIES® cereal. Stir until well coated 3. Divide warm mixture in half. Using buttered hands shape each portion into 12-inch candy cane. Wrap licorice around canes for stripes. Secure licorice with frosting, if desired. Best if served the same day. MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Follow steps 2 and 3 above. Microwave cooking times may vary. Note For best results, use fresh marshmallows. 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow creme can be substituted for marshmallows. Diet, reduced calorie or tub margarine is not recommended. Store no more than two days at room temperature in airtight container. To freeze, place in single layer in airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.