No-Bake Holiday Treats

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
23%
No-Bake Holiday Treats
80 min.
16
495kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that captures the essence of the holiday season without the hassle of baking! Our No-Bake Holiday Treats are not only incredibly easy to make, but they also cater to a variety of dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Perfect for gatherings, these festive bites are sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine a crunchy, sweet base made from Honey Nut cereal, perfectly complemented by the gooey goodness of melted marshmallows and a rich vanilla-flavored candy coating. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor and texture, making them a hit for both kids and adults alike. Plus, the vibrant colors of the decorating sprinkles add a fun and festive touch that will brighten up any holiday table.

With just 80 minutes of your time, you can create 16 servings of these scrumptious treats, each packed with 495 calories of pure joy. Whether you're hosting a holiday party, looking for a fun activity to do with the kids, or simply craving a sweet snack, these No-Bake Holiday Treats are the perfect solution. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let the holiday spirit inspire your creativity in the kitchen!

Ingredients

  • cups pinenuts 
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 4.5 cups marshmallows miniature
  • oz candy coating disks 
  • serving sprinkles 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • cookie cutter
  • microwave
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Butter bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan. In very large bowl, place cereal. In 3-quart saucepan, heat butter and marshmallows over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and smooth.
  2. Pour over cereal; stir until cereal is well coated.
  3. Using buttered back of spoon, press mixture evenly in pan.
  4. Let stand at room temperature about 1 hour or until firm.
  5. Loosen edges of cereal mixture with metal spatula; remove from pan.
  6. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters about 1 inch deep. In small bowl, microwave candy coating on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and smooth. Dip tops of treats in coating, or drizzle coating over top of each.
  7. Sprinkle with edible glitter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories495kcal
Protein5.64%
Fat70.79%
Carbs23.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.78
Glycemic Load
10.36
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.35999992425%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:495.02kcal
24.75%
Fat:41.04g
63.14%
Saturated Fat:5.84g
36.52%
Carbohydrates:30.74g
10.25%
Net Carbohydrates:28.85g
10.49%
Sugar:20.86g
23.18%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:65.05mg
2.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.36g
14.72%
Manganese:4.46mg
222.89%
Copper:0.69mg
34.44%
Vitamin E:4.87mg
32.47%
Magnesium:127.63mg
31.91%
Phosphorus:293.87mg
29.39%
Vitamin K:27.29µg
25.99%
Zinc:3.27mg
21.82%
Iron:2.85mg
15.82%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.33%
Vitamin B3:2.24mg
11.2%
Potassium:305.27mg
8.72%
Fiber:1.89g
7.58%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.88%
Folate:17.47µg
4.37%
Vitamin A:183.84IU
3.68%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.43%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.63%
Selenium:0.71µg
1.02%
Calcium:10.15mg
1.02%