These fun and festive Halloween Rice Krispie treats are anything but spooky! Perfect for young kids and adults alike, I loaded them up with candy corn (a true Halloween classic) and colorful sprinkles. They’re super easy to make, and you can add any candies you love.
Making a batch of these Halloween Rice Krispie treats is a must for me and my kids every October. This is a super simple recipe with just 5 ingredients, and my kids love to decorate them with candy corn and sprinkles. They’re so yummy to snack on while watching scary movies!
What’s in This Halloween Rice Krispie Treat Recipe?
- Butter: Salted butter helps soften the marshmallows, binds the ingredients, and adds a rich buttery flavor.
- Mini Marshmallows: Make these treats sticky and chewy!
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the sweet flavor of the treats.
- Rice Krispies Cereal: Makes the treats crunchy.
- Candy Corn: Adds Halloween flair!
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How to Store
Store leftover Halloween rice krispie treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips for Success
- The key for perfect consistency is to not heat up the marshmallow mixture too much. If it’s too hot, your end result will be hard, not soft/crispy treats.
- If you’re one of those people who hate candy corn, that’s okay! This recipe will still be cute and Halloween-themed with just the Halloween sprinkles. You could also replace the candy corn entirely with Halloween M&Ms!
- I’d avoid putting these treats in the fridge. They’ll get pretty hard and lose their desired consistency.
Halloween Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salted butter (¼ stick)
- 2½ cups mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup candy corn
- Halloween sprinkles optional
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- 8×8 Baking Pan
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large pot set over low heat, melt the butter.2 tablespoons salted butter
- Add in the marshmallows and allow them to melt completely, stirring constantly so they don’t burn.2½ cups mini marshmallows
- Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and cereal.1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Transfer the rice krispie mix to the prepared pan and spread it into an even layer. Top with candy corn and sprinkles.1 cup candy corn, Halloween sprinkles
- Place another sheet of parchment paper on top and press down firmly to pack the rice krispies– be careful, they will be hot!
- Set the rice krispies aside at room temperature to cool completely, about 1 hour. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Nutritional information does not include optional ingredients
How to Make Halloween Rice Krispie Treats Step-by-Step
Melt the Marshmallows: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside. In a large pot set over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons of salted butter. Add in 2½ cups of mini marshmallows and allow them to melt completely, stirring constantly so they don’t burn.
Add the Cereal: Remove from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 4 cups of Rice Krispies cereal.
Top and Set: Transfer the rice krispie mix to the prepared pan and spread it into an even layer. Top with 1 cup of candy corn and Halloween sprinkles (if desired). Place another sheet of parchment paper on top and press down firmly to pack the rice krispies– be careful, they will be hot! Set the rice krispies aside at room temperature to cool completely, about 1 hour. Slice and enjoy!
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