Halloween Rice Krispie Treats
These Halloween Rice Krispie Treats are fun and easy crispy treats for any Halloween party! Have the kids help make this cereal treat into monsters, mummies, and pumpkins.
Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- 5-6 cups rice krispies cereal (about 1/2 box)
- Food coloring
- Wilton candy eyes , I used the large ones
Instructions
- Prep. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Melt butter and marshmallows. In a large saucepan, melt 4 Tablespoons butter over medium-low heat. Stir in 10 ounces mini marshmallows until almost melted. If doing multiple colors, divide mixture into 2 bowls (or make an additional batch of the recipe).
- Add food color. If adding food color, add a few drops into the marshmallow mixture and mix until combined.
- Stir in cereal. Stir in 5-6 cups rice krispies until completely coated in marshmallow mixture.
- Shape into balls and decorate. Using buttered hands, shape into 1 1/2-inch balls (about .6 ounces). Press the candy eye into the center of the ball.
Notes
Variations: You can make different types for the holidays or special occasions just by switching up the food coloring and adding sprinkles or extras like M&M’s or chocolate chips.
Storage: Rice krispies will keep for up to 3 days if stored in an airtight container or bag.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g, Calories: 102kcal, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 7mg, Sodium: 74mg, Potassium: 11mg, Fiber: 0.05g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 595IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 2mg, Iron: 2mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
