Get ready to add some holiday mischief to your snack table! These Grinch Krispies are a festive treat that will bring the magic of The Grinch right to your kitchen.

With just five simple ingredients, this quick recipe is perfect for a cozy family baking session or as a fun snack while watching the classic Christmas movie. Crispy, gooey, and tinted Grinch-green, these treats will charm kids and adults alike.

Who doesn’t love The Grinch? It’s one of those films you just have to watch at Christmas time. But why not next time you give it a watch? You have the ultimate snack to go with it.

These Grinch Krispies are super simple to make. You only need a handful of ingredients, most of which you will probably have in your pantry.

If you love cooking with your kids, this is a great recipe to get them in the kitchen with you. Five ingredients are all you need, and the method is really simple to follow.

They will love recreating these Grinch Krispies with you. The soft marshmallows and the crunch from the Rice Krispies will give you the ultimate nostalgia.

So, if you want to give these Grinch Krispies a try, then here is everything you need to know to create them at home.

Some of our other favorite Christmas recipes we have include Chocolate Nut Clusters, Reindeer Sugar Cookies, and Christmas Tree Krispies Treats.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfectly Festive: The bright green color and heart-shaped sprinkles capture the Grinch theme, making these treats ideal for holiday gatherings or Grinch-themed movie nights.
Kid-Friendly Fun: This recipe is simple and a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen, from mixing ingredients to adding decorations.
Quick and Easy: With only a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, these treats come together in just minutes.
Crowd-Pleasing: The classic combo of gooey marshmallows and crunchy rice krispies offers a nostalgic, satisfying treat everyone loves.

Ingredients

Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below

You will need:

Butter
Mini marshmallows
Rice Krispies cereal
Green food coloring
Red candy hearts and/or sprinkles in 3 various sizes

Easy Substitutions And Additions

You could get a Grinch cookie cutter and make faces instead. This could be a great way to make them different.
Change the color and decoration to suit different themes. Use Christmas cookie cutters and decorate in different ways.
Add some white chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

How to make the Grinch Krispies

In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
Stir in food coloring and remove from heat.
Add Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until well coated, and if needed, add a few more drops of food coloring.
Using a buttered spatula, evenly press the mixture into a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan lined with parchment paper.
Add 20 large hearts evenly spaced (4 across and 5 down), then add two medium hearts around the big heart, and sprinkle the tiny heart sprinkles all around.
Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to make cutting easier.
Cut into even squares, and enjoy!

How to Serve the Grinch Rice Krispie Treats

Just as they are, they are perfect as a snack.

How to Store the Grinch Krispies

If you have any leftovers or you have made these ahead of time, store them at room temperature or in the fridge in an airtight container. If they are stored in the fridge, you may want to leave them on the countertop for a few minutes before eating them, as they may be a little hard.

Recipe Tips and Advice

Be careful when melting the marshmallows, if you are letting the kids help they may need supervision for this part.
Add as much food colouring as you like to get the desired look and colour. It will be advisable to start with a few drops and gradually change the colour so that you get it right.