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Rice Krispie Treat Pumpkins

Festive Rice Krispie Treat Pumpkins for a Fun Halloween Treat

Enjoy the festive spirit with these Rice Krispie Treat Pumpkins, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 treats
Course: Desserts
Calories: 140

Ingredients
  

For the Treats
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness
  • 10 ounces Mini Marshmallows Best for even melting
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Main structure, can substitute with colored cereal
  • Orange Food Coloring Optional for festive color
  • Cooking Spray Prevents sticking
For the Decorations
  • Pretzel Sticks For creating stems
  • Green Candy Melts or Chocolate For decorating pumpkin stems

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • baking tray
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather your ingredients and tools. Set up a large mixing bowl, spatula, and lined baking tray.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat, then add 10 ounces of mini marshmallows and stir for 3-5 minutes until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
  4. Stir in a few drops of orange food coloring until desired hue is achieved.
  5. Coat hands with cooking spray and mold mixture into pumpkin shapes.
  6. Melt green candy melts, dip pretzel sticks in melted candy, and insert into the tops of the pumpkins.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treatCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gIron: 2mg

Notes

These treats can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. Customize colors for fun variations.

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