Pumpkin Crispy Treats

These pumpkin-spiced crispy treats are perfect for Halloween – easy to make and full of festive flavor!

15 min Serves 16 Medium American

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Combine buttery marshmallow goodness with pumpkin pie spice and crispy rice cereal for a quick Halloween dessert. Press into a pan, add festive sprinkles, and cut into squares or fun shapes. These treats store well for up to a week, making them ideal for party prep or sharing.

Ingredients

6 cups (158g) Rice Krispies (or any kind of crispy rice cereal)

½ cup (113g) unsalted butter

13 ounces mini marshmallows1 (about 10 cups)

2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice2

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

pinch of salt

orange food coloring3 (if desired)

fall/Halloween sprinkles (if desired)

Directions

Coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

Measure 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.

In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. Add the mini marshmallows, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, salt, and optional orange food coloring. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.

Remove the pot from heat and pour in the cereal. Mix thoroughly until every piece is evenly coated.

Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Use a spatula that has been coated with nonstick spray to gently press it into an even layer. Add sprinkles on top if desired. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares or using cookie cutters to create shapes. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.