Description
Celebrate Halloween with these fun and spooky Rice Krispie Treats that are easy to make and perfect for parties or festive snacks. The classic crispy, gooey treat is elevated with vibrant green and eerie black candy melts, decorated with royal icing eyes and black jimmies sprinkles to create a creepy-crawly monster effect that kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- One 10oz bag mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Decorations
- 10oz green candy melts
- 3oz black candy melts
- Royal icing eyes
- Black jimmies sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, add the 10oz bag of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth.
- Add the Cereal: Remove the marshmallow mixture from heat and immediately add the 6 cups of Rice Krispie cereal. Stir gently but quickly to ensure the cereal is fully coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Shape the Treats: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper. Pour the cereal mixture into the pan and press it evenly into the pan using a buttered spatula or wax paper. Allow it to cool and set for about 10 minutes.
- Melt the Candy: While the treats are setting, melt the 10oz green candy melts and 3oz black candy melts separately according to package instructions, either in the microwave or using a double boiler, until smooth.
- Decorate the Treats: Once the Rice Krispie base has set, cut it into 15 equal pieces. Dip or drizzle the green candy melts onto the treats, then add accents with the black candy melts. Use royal icing eyes and sprinkle black jimmies sprinkles on top to create spooky monster faces and textures.
- Final Setting: Allow decorated treats to fully set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until the candy melts harden, making them ready to serve and enjoy.
Notes
- For easier shaping, butter your hands before cutting or shaping the treats.
- The candy melts can be substituted with colored white chocolate melts if preferred.
- Store the treats in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
- Royal icing eyes can be bought pre-made or homemade for customization.
- If you want a gluten-free option, make sure to use gluten-free Rice Krispie cereal.
