Colossal Candy Canes

Prep Time: 20 minutes • Total Time: 40 minutes • Servings: 12 Mom Rating:

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

Christmas Recipes - A giant candy-cane-shaped dessert everyone can take a bite of

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

(Nutrition Information)

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 package (10 oz., about 40) regular marshmallows
- OR -
4 cups miniature marshmallows
6 cups Rice Krispies®
- OR -
6 cups Ready-To-Eat Cereal Cocoa Krispies™
Red string licorice
Canned frosting (optional)
Why use Kellogg's® Rice Krispies®?

Why use Kellogg's® Rice Krispies®?

As the first crisped rice cereal, Kellogg’s® Rice Krispies® has been bringing families together in the kitchen for over 80 years.

To experience the timeless flavor, make your Rice Krispies Treats® squares with the original Rice Krispies® brand cereal.

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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.

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As we approached the holidays last year, I began to realize that time and circumstance was not going to allow me to do my usual holiday baking. While my son and I both are trying to lose weight, it just seemed wrong not to have SOME treats for the holidays. So when a family member dropped off a couple of big boxes of Rice Crispies, I called my 12 year old son from work and told him we would make some treats together. He responded enthusiastically, but then admitted sheepishly that he had already opened a box and had a big bowl. I responded that I didn't even know he liked them! Since then, I have learned that having Rice Crispies available in the mornings is one of the easiest ways to lure that boy out of bed for school! Who knew!

Linda, SD

Posted: 07-19-2009, 2:33 PM

Why use Kellogg's® Rice Krispies®?

As the first crisped rice cereal, Kellogg's® Rice Krispies® has been bringing families together in the kitchen for nearly 80 years. The "cereal that talks" captivates adults and children alike, and the classic taste has become one of life's simple pleasures. To experience the timeless flavor, make your Rice Krispies Treats® with the original Rice Krispies® brand cereal.

Do you add a secret ingredient? Or know a trick that makes decorating treats a breeze? If you have a tip that makes this recipe faster, simpler, yummier or more fun, share it here for moms everywhere to try.

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1. I would buy Rice Krispies brand cereal, but after being diagnosed with Celiac disease, I can no longer eat gluten: wheat, barley (malt, malt syrup, malt flavoring, etc.) and I cannot tolerate anything made in a wheat producing facility because I am super sensitive. If the Rice Krispies formula were changed some . . . ! I use a gluten free rice cereal to make Rice Krispies now.

Jenna, AL – Posted: 12-15-2009, 11:40 AM