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A vibrant plate of spooky Rice Krispies treats shaped like brains and ghosts, decorated with colorful icing and edible eyes, arranged on a dark-themed platter with Halloween decorations in the background.

Spooky Rice Krispies Treats: Easy Halloween Fun!

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Celebrate Halloween with these fun and spooky Rice Krispies Treats! Perfect for kids and adults alike, these easy-to-make treats can be customized with Halloween colors and decorations for a festive nosh that adds a creepy twist to your party snacks. Crispy, sweet, and delightfully festive, these treats are an ideal Halloween dessert or party favor.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups Marshmallows
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • Food colorings (green, orange, purple, or black)
  • Black gel icing or edible marker for decorating
  • Halloween-themed candies, sprinkles, or edible eyes for decoration

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace. Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly butter it for easy removal.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
  3. Remove from heat. Pour in Rice Krispies cereal and stir until evenly coated. Divide into bowls if using multiple colors. Add food coloring to each bowl and mix thoroughly.
  4. Press the colored mixture into the prepared dish evenly using a buttered spatula or wax paper. Let cool and set.
  5. Once cooled, cut into shapes using cookie cutters if desired. Decorate with gel icing, edible markers, or candies to create spooky faces or designs.

Notes

  • Use food coloring gradually to achieve vibrant, spooky hues.
  • Decorate with edible gel icing for detailed faces or quick doodles.
  • Create fun shapes using Halloween cookie cutters like pumpkins, ghosts, or bats.
  • For gluten-free versions, ensure you use certified gluten-free cereal.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 treat (about 1.5 inches square)
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg