Rice-Cereal Ornaments

Directions

1. 1
   Line a large baking sheet with nonstick foil.
2. 2
   Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
3. 3
   Add marshmallows and cook, stirring, until melted and combined.
4. 4
   Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and rice cereal.
5. 5
   Using wet hands, form 12 tightly packed balls, about 2 inches each.
6. 6
   Working quickly, sprinkle with sanding sugar or sprinkles.
7. 7
   Transfer to prepared pan.
8. 8
   In a small microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup, melt white chocolate chips according to package directions.
9. 9
   Use the chocolate to adhere gold-wrapped Rolo candies to the top of the rice balls.
10. 10
    Let stand, uncovered, until set, 2 to 3 hours.
11. 11
    Store in an airtight container between layers of nonstick foil for up to 3 days.