Whether you’re planning a bear-themed birthday party, a ‘we can bear-ly wait’ baby shower, or even something camping or woodland creature themed… These Bear rice krispie treats are so much fun and sure to impress adults and kids alike.

Not only are these treats fun to make, but they’re also a delightful way to engage your creativity and bond with loved ones in the kitchen. Plus, once you see the joy on everyone’s faces as they devour these adorable bear treats, you’ll realize that the effort was definitely worth it.

So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let’s make some edible bear treats that will leave everyone roaring with delight! Check out these bear cupcakes for another awesome treat, and this article on planning a bear-y first birthday party for more bear-themed fun!

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Bear Rice Krispie Ingredients

Rice Krispie Ingredients:
- 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 package (10 oz. or 283 g) marshmallows
Decorating Ingredients:
- Brown candy melts
- Black candy melts
- Brown jimmies (sprinkles)
- Black royal icing
- Dark chocolate chunks
- Milk chocolate chips

How to make bear themed Rice Krispie treats

Make Rice Krispies

In a large saucepan melt butter (3 table spoons) on low heat then add 1 package of large or mini marshmallows (ten ounces or 283 grams). Stir the marshmallows until they are melted then remove mixture from heat.

Add 6 cups of crispy rice cereal and stir until everything is well coated. If your saucepan isn’t large enough to fit all 6 cups, transfer your mixture to a large mixing bowl.

Grease a 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan with butter or cooking spray. Then press the Rice Krispie mixture into your pan using a buttered spatula or using a sheet of wax paper to press the top flat. You can alternatively cover the bottom of your pan with wax paper and grease only the sides with nonstick cooking spray for best results.

Cool your treats and cut them into 2-inch squares. If you’re having trouble cutting your squares, unmold your pan and then cut them with a buttered knife.

Coat Rice Krispie Treats In Chocolate

Use a double boiler, or melt milk chocolate candy melts in a microwave safe glass cup or bowl. Dip your popsicle stick into the melted chocolate and then insert it into your Rice Krispie treat and allow it to cool and harden. Adding melted chocolate to the stick helps ensure it won’t fall off when you start dipping it.

You can use popsicle sticks, stiff paper straws, or reusable plastic straws as a base to help hold onto the treat.

Once your sticks are set, use a cup or bowl of melted milk chocolate candy melts and a spoon to coat your rice krispie treats with milk chocolate. Tap off the excess chocolate then place it on a baking sheet lined with a sheet of wax paper or parchment paper. Repeat the process with all your treats.

Decorate Bear Themed Rice Krispie Treats

Now that your cereal treats are coated in milk chocolate, it’s time to decorate.

While your milk chocolate candy melts are still wet, add two dark chocolate candy melts to the top as ears. Milk chocolate chips for eyes, brown Jimmies/sprinkles for eyebrows and a dark chocolate chunk for a nose.

Leave your treats to completely cool before adding the finishing touches. I added black royal icing with a toothpick to give the bear’s eyes and nose some definition. Then I used the black icing to outline a cute little happy mouth.

Bear Rice Krispie Treat Troubleshooting

My Rice Krispie treat keeps falling off into the melted chocolate
- If you’re having a hard time coating your Rice Krispie treats in milk chocolate, they may be melting from the heat.
- Make sure you’ve secured your popsicle stick with some candy melt so it stays in the Rice Krispie. You can try chilling your treats in the fridge just before dipping them in chocolate.
Can I use something other than Rice Krispie treats?
- If you have a cakesicle mold and would prefer to use cake inside these treats instead of Rice Krispie squares, it should work the same way.
What are some alternative decorations for bear treats?
- You can use big candy eyes instead of chocolate chips, you could also use light brown or white candy melts with a brown m&m in the center for the nose.
- Instead of brown bears, you can make polar bears using white chocolate or black bears using dark chocolate.
- Consider adding a ribbon or bow to the stick for teddy bear rice krispie treats

Final Thoughts On Bear Rice Krispie Treats

Now that you’ve mastered the art of making these delightful goodies, get ready to unleash your imagination and whip up a whole bear family! It’s an easy recipe the whole family will love. Whether you’re hosting a party, surprising your little ones, or simply treating yourself to a playful snack, these bear-themed Rice Krispie treats are sure to bring a big smile to your face. Your family might also love this recipe for cinnamon cookies too.

Remember, the best part about these treats is not just how cute they look, but the joy they bring to everyone who takes a bite. So, share the love and share the bears! Watch as your friends, family, and even the grumpiest of bears light up with happiness when they sink their teeth into these wild creations.