Cherry Marshmallow Christmas Squares
Add a touch of festive cheer to your dessert table with these irresistibly sweet Cherry Marshmallow Christmas Squares! This no-bake holiday treat features a buttery graham cracker crust layered with fluffy mini marshmallows, vibrant red and green candied cherries, and a hint of vanilla for a classic, nostalgic flavor. Perfectly garnished with a sprinkle of shredded coconut for a snowy finish, these squares are as visually striking as they are delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, they’re the ultimate hassle-free dessert to make ahead for holiday parties or gift-giving. Bursting with holiday color and flavor, these crowd-pleasers are sure to become a seasonal favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Mini marshmallows
- 1.5 cups Red and green candied cherries
- 0.5 cups Sweetened shredded coconut (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and the melted butter mixture. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and can hold their shape when pressed together.
Reserve about 1/2 cup of the graham cracker mixture for topping and press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even crust.
In another large bowl, toss the mini marshmallows and candied cherries together to distribute them evenly.
Pour the marshmallow and cherry mixture over the graham cracker crust, spreading it into an even layer.
Sprinkle the reserved graham cracker mixture evenly over the top. If desired, sprinkle shredded coconut over the top for a festive touch.
Chill the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the squares have set and are firm.
Once set, lift the dessert out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and place it on a cutting board.
Slice into squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 121 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 61 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
