Description
Cool, minty, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious — Peppermint Marshmallow Squares are the ultimate no-bake treat for peppermint lovers. Bursting with chocolate and peppermint marshmallows, laced with extract, and topped with crushed candy canes, these festive squares are a sweet burst of holiday cheer.
Ingredients
3 cups peppermint-flavored marshmallows (or mini marshmallows + ½ tsp peppermint extract)
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
¼ cup unsalted butter
1 tsp peppermint extract (if not using flavored marshmallows)
½ cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
Optional twist: Add ½ cup crispy rice cereal or crushed cookies for extra texture
Instructions
Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment or foil.
Melt chocolate chips and butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
Remove from heat, stir in peppermint extract if needed.
Fold in marshmallows (and cereal or cookie bits if using).
Pour mixture into pan and smooth the top.
Sprinkle with crushed candy canes and gently press to set.
Chill for 1 hour, then cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hr
Nutrition
- Calories: 190 / Square
- Sugar: 20 / Square
- Fat: 10 / Square
- Carbohydrates: 24 / Square
- Protein: 1 / Square