Halloween Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

Adorable pumpkin-shaped Rice Krispie treats topped with Rolo candy and green icing leaves are a spooky-sweet Halloween snack.

10 min Serves 6 Medium American

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These Halloween pumpkin Rice Krispie treats are made by coloring marshmallow-cereal mixture orange, shaping into pumpkin balls, and topping with a Rolo chocolate and green frosting leaves. They are easy to make and perfect for parties or a fun family activity.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter

10 ounces mini marshmallows

6 drops orange food coloring

4 cups rice krispies cereal

6 pieces Rolo chocolate candy

green icing

cooking spray

Directions

In a large pot set over medium-low heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Then add all 10 ounces of mini marshmallows, stirring without stopping until fully melted.

Mix in 4 to 6 drops of orange food coloring and stir until the color is even.

Take the pot off the heat and immediately stir in 4 cups of Rice Krispies cereal. Keep mixing until every piece is coated with the marshmallow mixture.

If the color isn't vibrant enough, you can add a few more drops of food coloring now.

Coat your hands with cooking spray. Portion the mixture into 6 equal parts and shape each into a pumpkin-like ball. Set them in a dish and let cool entirely.

With a small paring knife, cut a small circle on top of each ball. Insert one Rolo chocolate piece into each indentation, then press the mixture back into a pumpkin shape.

Finally, use green icing to pipe a few small leaf shapes next to the candy on each treat. Serve immediately.

Keep any leftover treats in an airtight container at room temperature; they will stay fresh for up to 3 days. No refrigeration needed.