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How to Make Christmas Coal with Oreos: A Fun Holiday Treat!c

Turn Oreos into sweet Christmas coal! A fun treat for the kids or a unique party idea that’s sure to spark smiles.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16
Calories: 162kcal
Author: Chrysa

Ingredients

  • 3 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Black gel food coloring
  • 4 cups cocoa-flavored crispy rice cereal
  • 2 cups coarsely chopped Oreo cookies

Instructions

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, place the marshmallows and butter. Heat on high for 1 minutes and stir vigorously. Heat again in 15 second increments, stirring after each time, until the marshmallows are completely melted.
  • Stir the food coloring into the marshmallow mixture until well blended.
  • To the bowl, add the cereal and oreos. Mix well.
  • Grab small handfuls of the treats and press into coal shapes. Allow to harden on wax paper.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Notes

Notes: If you do not have black food coloring, you can mix equal parts of blue, red, and green.You might have better results using your hands to mix the cereal and cookies into the marshmallow mixture.

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 510IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 5mg
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