Christmas Ooey Gooey Bars
Delightful and festive bars made with layers of cake mix, marshmallow cream, and crispy cereal, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1.5 cups white cake mix
- 0.5 box standard cake mix half of a standard size box
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup oil can use vegetable or canola oil
- 3 tablespoons sprinkles (red, green, and white jimmies)
For the filling and topping
- 7 ounces marshmallow cream
- 1.5 tablespoons butter melted
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 cups holiday Fruity Pebbles or Rice Krispies for crispy topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, half of the standard cake mix, the egg, oil, and sprinkles. Stir until just blended.
- Press the dough evenly into a greased 9×9-inch baking pan.
Baking
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until it’s slightly firm and lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and dollop spoonfuls of marshmallow cream over the baked layer.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and then add the mini marshmallows. Microwave for 45 seconds and stir until smooth.
- Gently fold in the Fruity Pebbles or Rice Krispies to the melted marshmallow mix.
- Spread the marshmallow cream layer evenly, then drop and spread the crispy mixture over it.
Cooling and Serving
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
- Serve on a festive platter and enjoy with warm beverages or as a holiday gift.
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Notes
Chill marshmallow cream if too runny. Monitor baking time closely to avoid over-baking.