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    Halloween Rice Krispies Treats

    Published: September 30, 2021 - Last updated: March 9, 2023 by Erika

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    It's Halloween time and what better way to celebrate the spooky season than with delicious Halloween Rice Krispies Treats? These Halloween treats are a fun activity your kids will love to help make. Easy to assemble and lots of fun to eat! 

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    • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients You’ll Need
    • Step-By-Step Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • Variations
    • Storing
    • Recipe FAQ's
    • More Fall Recipes You'll Love
    • Halloween Rice Krispies Treats

    Check out my Mini Pumpkin Pies and my Cake Mix Pumpkin Muffins for more Halloween treats!

    Halloween treats are so fun to make! It’s crazy to think that Halloween is just around the corner. These Halloween Rice Krispies treats take only 5 ingredients and are made in minutes. They'll be eaten up in even less time!

    These easy Halloween treats are sure to be a hit!

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    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • A fun and easy treat the whole family will love, especially the kids!
    • Perfect for Halloween parties, or a weekend edible craft.
    • You can use any sort of Halloween themed candy you like!
    • These easy Halloween Rice Krispies treats will be the hit of every party!
    • An easy no-bake Halloween treat!

    Ingredients You’ll Need

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    • Butter: The base of great Rice Krispies treats is butter!
    • Rice Krispies Cereal: Any brand of crispy rice cereal will work.
    • M&M's: I use the M&M's Ghoul's Mix, but feel free to use your favorite colors.
    • Candy Eyeballs: Perfect for making these treats look like monsters. I use Wilton candy eyeballs and you can find them at most stores like Michael's, Walmart, Target or Amazon!

    Step-By-Step Instructions

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    four image process making Halloween rice krispies balls.

    Step 1:

    Melt the butter over low heat in a large saucepan.

    Step 2:

    Add marshmallows, stir until they are fully melted.

    Step 3:

    Remove from heat and add cereal and M&Ms. Stir until combined.

    Step 4:

    Butter your hands, then grab handfuls of the mixture and form into a ball.

    Step 5:

    Add eyeballs, and press them in slightly so they will stay put. Set on a baking sheet or tray.

    You may need to re-grease your hands a time or two throughout the process, so that the mixture won't stick to your hands.

    NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!

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    Expert Tips

    • Use fresh marshmallows! Fresh marshmallows will melt more easily and create a smoother mixture. Avoid using stale marshmallows, as they can create lumps and bumps in your Rice Krispies Treats.
    • Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract after you melt the butter for a little extra flavor.
    • Toss in some extra marshmallows when you mix in the cereal for a little extra chewiness.

    Variations

    • Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats: Add ½ cup of peanut butter to the melted marshmallow mixture before adding the Rice Krispies cereal.
    • Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats: Add ½ cup of cocoa powder to the melted marshmallow mixture before adding the Rice Krispies cereal.
    • Candy Corn Rice Krispies Treats: Use candy corn instead of Halloween M&Ms for a festive touch. You can also add a few drops of yellow and orange food coloring to the melted marshmallow mixture to give it a candy corn-inspired look.
    • Caramel Rice Krispies Treats: Add ½ cup of caramel sauce to the melted marshmallow mixture before adding the Rice Krispies cereal.
    • Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispies Treats: Add 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice to the melted marshmallow mixture before adding the Rice Krispies cereal.

    Storing

    To store Halloween Rice Krispies Treats, place them in an airtight container or cover them tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. You can store them at room temperature for up to 3 days.

    Recipe FAQ's

    Do I need to refrigerate my Rice Krispies treats?

    Nope! In fact, I do not recommend storing these in the refrigerator or freezer because it can make the marshmallow very hard.

    Why are my Rice Krispies treats hard?

    Typically this happens when the cereal and/or marshmallows are not fresh. It can also happen when too much cereal and not enough marshmallows are used.

    Can I mix more than just M&M's into these treats?

    Absolutely! M&M's are a favorite, but sprinkles, unmelted marshmallows, chocolate chips and pretzels are also favorites! Be creative and have fun with this recipe!

    How do I keep Rice Krispies treats from sticking to my hands?

    I like to use butter to grease my hands, but you can also use nonstick cooking spray on your hands as well. Another trick is to get your hands wet and shake off the excess water!

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    Halloween Rice Krispies Treats

    Erika
    It's Halloween time and what better way to celebrate the spooky season than with delicious Halloween Rice Krispies treats? These Halloween treats are a fun activity your kids will love to help make. Easy to assemble and lots of fun to eat! 
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Snacks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 Servings
    Calories 301 kcal

    Equipment

    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with Lids, Set of 3

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 10 ounce package regular or mini marshmallows
    • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
    • 10 ounces Halloween M&Ms
    • 24 candy eyeballs
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    Instructions
     

    • Melt 3 tablespoons of butter over low heat in a large saucepan.
    • Add marshmallows, and stir until they are fully melted.
    • Remove from heat and add cereal and M&Ms. Stir until combined.
    • Butter your hands, then grab handfuls of the mixture and form a ball.
    • Add eyeballs, and press them in slightly so they will stay put. Set on a baking sheet or tray.

    Notes

    • Use fresh marshmallows! Fresh marshmallows will melt more easily and create a smoother mixture. Avoid using stale marshmallows, as they can create lumps and bumps in your Rice Krispies Treats.
    • Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract after you melt the butter for a little extra flavor.
    • Toss in some extra marshmallows when you mix in the cereal for a little extra chewiness.
    • To store Halloween Rice Krispies Treats, place them in an airtight container or cover them tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. You can store them at room temperature for up to 3 days.
    • Storing: Store these treats in an airtight container on the countertop for two days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 104mgSugar: 19g

    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

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