Description
Matcha rice crispy treat trees bring magical winter woodland vibes to holiday dessert tables. Green-tinted marshmallow treats shaped like miniature pine trees offer a playful Japanese-inspired twist on classic crispy delights you’ll want to savor and share.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups (170 g) rice crispies cereal
- 10 ounces (283 g) mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons (12 g) matcha, sifted
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons (58 g) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
Decoration Ingredients:
- 3 ounces (85 g) white chocolate or candy coating, optional
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a 13-by-9-inch baking pan by coating it thoroughly with butter or lining with parchment paper to ensure easy treat removal.
- Transfer rice crispies cereal into the largest available mixing bowl.
- Melt butter in a medium pot over gentle heat, then incorporate sweetened condensed milk and salt, stirring until the mixture is fully combined and warm.
- Add mini marshmallows to the pot and continue stirring until they dissolve completely, creating a smooth, glossy mixture.
- Carefully sift matcha powder over the melted marshmallow base, stirring meticulously to ensure even distribution of the green tea powder.
- Remove the pot from heat and pour the matcha marshmallow mixture over the cereal, gently folding with a wide rubber spatula until every crispy piece is thoroughly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula or greased hands to spread it evenly, taking care not to compress the mixture too firmly to maintain a soft texture.
- Allow the treats to cool and set at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes.
- Once cooled, lift the entire sheet of treats onto a cutting board and slice into festive tree-shaped triangles or desired shapes.
- Melt white chocolate or candy coating using a microwave or double boiler, then transfer to a piping bag or squeeze bottle with a small round tip.
- Artfully drizzle the melted white chocolate over the cut treats, creating decorative patterns, and sprinkle with festive toppings as desired.
- Store the completed matcha rice crispy treats in a loosely covered container at room temperature or refrigerate for up to five days.
Notes
- Matcha Magic: Elevate classic rice crispy treats with a vibrant green tea twist that adds unique flavor and stunning color.
- Texture Tip: Gently press the mixture into the pan to maintain a soft, chewy texture without compressing too firmly.
- Decorating Delight: Use white chocolate drizzle and festive sprinkles to transform simple treats into delightful tree-shaped desserts.
- Make-Ahead Marvel: Prepare these treats up to five days in advance, storing them at room temperature or in the refrigerator for easy entertaining.
- Kitchen Hack: Use greased hands or a spatula to spread the mixture evenly without sticking, ensuring perfect presentation every time.
- Serving Suggestion: Cut into triangular tree shapes for a whimsical holiday-inspired dessert that’s sure to impress both kids and adults.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg