We just made crispy, sticky, and ooey-gooey Rice Krispies treats into Lumps of Coal. They are perfect to share with your little rascals or even better as “Charcoals” for your BBQ lover.
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Three reasons why we love Rice Krispies treats
- No-Bake – The only heat needed is to melt the marshmallow mixture. I use the stovetop for ease and control. Then it is just combining the Rice Krispies, forming the coal lumps, and cooling. You may want to set security if you do have some little rascals running around.
- Kids can help – Once the marshmallow is added to the Rice Krispies your little hands can help to make the coal. If you have an up-and-coming chef, it is a great chance to let them handle the measuring and even the melting of marshmallow mixture, with supervision. This is an excellent recipe to let that chef handle the whole recipe on their own.
- Possibilities – We like having fun with our food here at The Kitchen Bucket List. When Vittoria figured out how to get a black-grayish color into the Rice Krispies treat we all thought what a fun way to use it as lumps of coal. You can use it to enhance a gingerbread village to a fun Christmas treat.
Christmas charcoal
If your resident BBQer is a Rice Krispies treats fan, what a fun way to give them a homemade treat. They can enjoy it while making Holiday magic on the BBQ. Need some Christmas BBQ ideas? Here you go:
- Smoked Pork Butt – A classic BBQ recipe with hickory wood that gives this smoked pork butt a hint of bacon.
- Double Smoked Ham – Take that classic ham and add more savory aromatics for a double smoked shank ham.
- Smoked Sirloin Tip Roast – Cooked “Low and Slow” our smoked sirloin tip roast is meaty, tender, and flavorful with just a hint of maple smoke.
- Bone in Ribeye – Cook a few black Angus bone in ribeye cowboy cuts for a Holiday feast. You get the perfect doneness with our reverse sear BBQ recipe.
Lumps of Coal Ingredients
- Rice Krispies
- Mini marshmallows
- Butter
- Black candy melts
- Vanilla extract
Scroll down to the recipe card for specific amounts and instructions.
Making Rice Krispies Lumps of Coal
This recipe is just like doing regular Rice Krispies treats. You just need to add the black candy melts to the marshmallow mixture.
Melt butter and marshmallows.
Once melted mix in the black candy melts & vanilla extract.
Add the Rice Krispies and coat.
Make lumps of coal.
Using a stovetop burner gives you more control when melting the marshmallow. If you choose to use a microwave watch the mixture, as it can overflow more easily.
Equipment
The lumps of coal Rice Krispies treats just need everyday kitchen equipment: a saucepan, a large mixing bowl, and a cookie sheet.
Storage
Storage: Honestly this is not an issue here as I’m sure it is the same for you. There are always little or big hands snaking on them. If you have any survivors they are good for 2-3 days.
More Holiday Fun
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Lumps Of Coal
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Large mixing bowl
- Cookie sheet
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies
- 1 bag mini marshmallows (10 oz)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup black candy melts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pour Rice Krispies into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat melt butter and marshmallow.
- Once the marshmallow mixture is melted mix in the black candy melts and vanilla extract.
- When the marshmallow mixture turns black-grayish color remove it from the stove and pour the mixture over the Rice Krispies.
- Mix until all Rice Krispies are coated.
- Using a half-cup as a measurement tool, make the lumps of coal and place them on a baking sheet.
- Let it cool completely before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy.Happy Holidays!
This is such a great and festive idea! Tasty too! Kids and adults will love it!
Yes, Rice Krispies treats always a huge hit for us.