Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Why Make This Recipe

Halloween Rice Krispie Treats are fun, easy to make, and perfect for Halloween celebrations. These tasty treats are not only delicious but also allow for creative decoration. Kids and adults alike will love the gooey marshmallow flavor, and they can be customized to fit any Halloween theme. Whether for a party, trick-or-treaters, or just a spooky snack at home, these treats are sure to be a hit!

How to Make Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup (1.5 sticks) butter
• 20 ounces (about 10.5 heaping cups) mini marshmallows
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 9 cups krispie cereal
• Optional: Black frosting, spiders, food coloring, and candy eyeballs for Halloween designs

Directions

1. Prepare a 9×13 baking pan. Line it with parchment paper and lightly spray the parchment paper with non-stick spray. Coconut oil cooking spray works great!
2. In a large saucepan or pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
3. Mix in the mini marshmallows, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
4. Once the marshmallows completely melt, remove the pan from the heat and add the vanilla and salt.
5. Optional: If you want to color your Halloween Rice Krispies, add a few drops of your favorite spooky-colored food coloring and mix well.
6. Mix the crispy cereal into the marshmallow mixture until fully combined.
7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to spread it gently and evenly, keeping it fluffy and soft.
8. Optional: If you’d like to add candy eyeballs or other Halloween candies, now is the time to do so before it sets!
9. Let it set for at least an hour.
10. Optional: Draw spiderwebs with black frosting and add a black spider on top for extra spookiness.

How to Serve Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Once your Halloween Rice Krispie Treats have cooled and set, cut them into squares. You can arrange them on a festive tray or place them in individual treat bags for easy serving. They make great snacks for parties or school events.

How to Store Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Store your treats in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for about 3 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Just be sure to wrap them well in plastic wrap or foil before placing them in a freezer bag.

Tips to Make Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

• Make sure to keep stirring the marshmallows while they melt to avoid burning.
• Don’t pack the krispie mixture too tightly in the pan. This will help keep them soft and gooey.
• Experiment with different colors of food coloring to create unique designs.
• Use cookie cutters to cut out fun Halloween shapes instead of squares!

Variation

You can add ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit if you’d like to mix things up. For a chocolate flavor, try using chocolate-flavored krispie cereal instead of regular.

FAQs

Can I use regular marshmallows instead of mini marshmallows?
Yes, you can! Just use about 10-12 regular marshmallows in place of the mini ones, but remember to melt them down thoroughly.

How do I make these treats more festive?
You can add Halloween-themed sprinkles, use colored frosting, or shape them into Halloween figures using cookie cutters.

Can I make these treats a day in advance?
Absolutely! Just store them in an airtight container, and they will stay fresh until your event.