Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen
Make this festive season extra sweet with these slimming-friendly Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen. They're "snow" fun to make, and even more fun to eat!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories172
- Carbs34g
- Protein2g
- Fat3.1g
- Saturates1.1g
- Sugars17g
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Bring a little Christmas magic into your kitchen with these slimming-friendly Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen. They’re perfect for a spot of festive fun while the kids are off school, and the recipe makes barely any messes so doing the dishes is simple! You could even convince your little ones to get washing up in for the promise of a tasty treat.
With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can turn a staple cupboard cereal into a fun-filled treat the whole family will love.
What diets are these Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen suitable for?
This Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen recipe is suitable for vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, just make sure you swap out the following ingredients for suitable versions:
- Puffed rice cereal (GF alternative)
- Reduced fat spread (DF alternative)
- Marshmallows (meat-free alternative)
Remember to take extra care when you’re cooking for people with any allergies or intolerances. Use separate utensils, cookware, and preparation surfaces.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen?
No, this recipe doesn’t call for any special ingredients. You’ll find everything on your local supermarket shelves.
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How many calories are in these Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen?
There are 172 calories per portion in this Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen, which means they fall into our Everyday Light category. These are all dishes under 400 calories, ideal for when you’re after a lighter bite (just like the category name suggests!), and they fit with diet plans like Weight Watchers if you’re calorie counting.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper.
Step 2
Place the marshmallows and reduced-fat spread into a microwaveable bowl. Melt in the microwave in 20 second bursts to make sure it’s not overheated. Stir.
Step 3
Add the rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir well combine fully. Pop in the fridge for 5 minutes, until easy to mould.
Step 4
Once the mixture has chilled, it will be really easy to shape. Create 15 “body” balls, and 15 smaller balls for the heads.
Step 5
Place the heads onto the bodies, using a little pressure to stick them. Decorate with your chosen items. We used strawberry laces, chocolate chips, and Smarties.
What could I serve with these Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen?
These Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen are perfect for Christmas party buffets, and work really well when served alongside the following:
How do you know when these Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen are ready?
Melt your marshmallows in the microwave in short 20 second bursts to ensure they don’t overheat. You’ll need to chill the mix in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before shaping.
Here in the UK, standard advice is to cook food until it has reached 75°C and stayed at that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep you and whoever it is you’re cooking for safe.
How long can you store these Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen for?
You can store these Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen in an airtight container for around 3-4 days.
Can I freeze these Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen?
No, we wouldn’t recommend freezing this recipe. Once you’ve made them, you should eat them within 3-4 days, as advised above.
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Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen
Make this festive season extra sweet with these slimming-friendly Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen. They're "snow" fun to make, and even more fun to eat!
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Prep Time
15 MINS
- KCals 172
- Carbs 34G
Instructions
- Line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper.
- Place the marshmallows and reduced-fat spread into a microwaveable bowl. Melt in the microwave in 20-second bursts to make sure it doesn't overheat. Stir.
- Add the rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir well to combine fully. Pop in the fridge for 5 minutes, until easy to mould.
- Once the mixture has chilled, it will be really easy to shape. Create 15 "body" balls, along with 15 smaller balls for the heads.
- Place the heads onto the bodies, using a little pressure to stick them down well. Decorate with your chosen items. We used strawberry laces, chocolate chips, and smarties.
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JennSunday 13th November 2022
What did you use for his nose please?
SharonMonday 14th November 2022
Hi Jenn, you can buy tiny carrot sugar decorations which would be perfect for noses on our Rice Krispie Marshmallow Snowmen. Alternatively, you could make your own using ready to roll orange fondant icing which you can buy in some supermarkets. Hope this helps!
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