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Rice Krispie Turkey Legs

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Rice Krispie Turkey Legs are a whimsical dessert that combine gooey marshmallows, crunchy Cocoa Krispies, and pretzels. They’re perfect for festive occasions and a fun kitchen project with kids!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 pretzel rods, cut in half
  • 10 ounces vanilla melting wafers (Ghirardelli)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 12 ounces mini marshmallows
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 8 cups Cocoa Krispies cereal

Instructions

  • Melt the vanilla wafers in a microwave-safe cup, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
  • Dip pretzel halves in melted wafers and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Attach two mini marshmallows to the dipped end of each pretzel and chill for 5 minutes.
  • Double dip the pretzel bones and chill again for 5 minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a pot, add remaining mini marshmallows, salt, and vanilla, and mix until smooth.
  • Fold in Cocoa Krispies until coated and allow to cool slightly.
  • Mold about â…” cup of the mixture around each pretzel bone to form legs.
  • Let set for 10-20 minutes, then serve.

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Notes

Work quickly with melted ingredients to maintain consistency.
Allow time for each layer to chill and set properly for best results.
Experiment with different candies for creative decorations.

  • Author: Marry
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 6
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 36
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 2
  • Cholesterol: 15